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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cleveland to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 12:09
• Latest: departs at 19:22 and lands at 01:01.

The flight takes about 5h 39m.

A direct flight from Cleveland to San Francisco takes 5h 39m, covering 2,155 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Cleveland to San Francisco range from £262 to £401, with an average of £319 over the past 12 months. Anything below £262 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £319 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £248 return via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared with £333 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £30–£60 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Cleveland to San Francisco flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £231 to £1,653. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Cleveland to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £187.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Cleveland to San Francisco usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Cleveland to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Cleveland to San Francisco. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £301 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £379, a difference of £78.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Cleveland and San Francisco.

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 35m, compared to 6h 57m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 06m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

San Francisco is 3 hours behind Cleveland (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Cleveland to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are six parking garages at CLE available for long-term parking. They include the CLE Smart Parking Garage, Blue Lot, Brown Lot, Orange Lot, Red Lot, and Curbside Valet. Of the six, the Brown Parking Lot is the cheapest. Although it is also the furthest from the airport's terminal complex, if you park at this lot, you need not worry about struggling to reach the terminal complex, as free shuttles connect these two points.

At CLE, there are various restaurants you can get served quality snacks and drinks. They include Sammy's Beach Bar & Grill near Gate A1, Quaker Steak & Lube near Gate B5, Great Lakes Brewing Company adjacent to Gate C14, and Vino Volo a short distance from Gate B2.

Suppose you want to leave some luggage at SFO before proceeding with your journey. In that case, you'll be able to do so, as the Airport Travel Agency, situated in the Main Hall of the International Terminal, offers luggage storage services. This agency is usually open from 6 am to 11 pm.

If you'd like to shower at SFO, you can find showers at Freshen' Up, situated on Level G of the Main Hall of the International Terminal. At this location, you'll enjoy access to a shower, shampoo, towel, soap, and lotion. A hairdryer is also available upon request.