SFO - AUS

£65 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Austin

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Austin departing on 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Austin, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Austin, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£132
Overall average: £265
Delta
Thu 19/2Wed 25/2
SFO - AUS • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£65
Typical prices: £103-£252
United Airlines
Sat 21/2
SFO - AUS • Direct
When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 25% price drop
April
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Austin (SFO-AUS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Austin that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Austin

Thu, 19 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Delta Logo
13:57 - 19:34
SFO
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AUS
3h 37mdirect
Delta Logo
11:05 - 13:02
AUS
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SFO
3h 57mdirect
£132Delta
Thu, 19 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Southwest Logo
12:55 - 18:20
SFO
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AUS
3h 25mdirect
Southwest Logo
11:45 - 13:45
AUS
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SFO
4h 00mdirect
£133Southwest
Mon, 2 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
Southwest Logo
12:50 - 18:15
SFO
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AUS
3h 25mdirect
Southwest Logo
11:45 - 13:45
AUS
-
SFO
4h 00mdirect
£136Southwest
Fri, 10 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
Delta Logo
13:57 - 19:39
SFO
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AUS
3h 42mdirect
Delta Logo
07:20 - 09:08
AUS
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SFO
3h 48mdirect
£136Delta
Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb
Delta Logo
13:57 - 19:34
SFO
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AUS
3h 37mdirect
Delta Logo
11:05 - 13:02
AUS
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SFO
3h 57mdirect
£138Delta
Tue, 24 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
United Airlines Logo
18:29 - 23:59
SFO
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AUS
3h 30mdirect
United Airlines Logo
15:40 - 17:48
AUS
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SFO
4h 08mdirect
£138United Airlines
Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Southwest Logo
08:30 - 13:55
SFO
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AUS
3h 25mdirect
Southwest Logo
16:20 - 20:05
AUS
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SFO
5h 45m
1 stop
£139Southwest
Wed, 11 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
United Airlines Logo
12:55 - 18:27
SFO
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AUS
3h 32mdirect
United Airlines Logo
17:58 - 20:06
AUS
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SFO
4h 08mdirect
£141United Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar
Southwest Logo
06:05 - 14:00
SFO
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AUS
5h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
06:25 - 14:20
AUS
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SFO
9h 55m
2 stops
£141Southwest
Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
United Airlines Logo
18:29 - 23:59
SFO
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AUS
3h 30mdirect
United Airlines Logo
19:30 - 23:59
AUS
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SFO
6h 29m
1 stop
£142United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Austin flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Austin to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Austin?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Austin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Austin on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Austin?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Austin is September, where tickets cost £190 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £293 and £273 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Austin?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £147, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Austin?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Austin, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Austin

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight£65
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Austin

When to book flights from San Francisco to Austin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Austin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Francisco to Austin: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to Austin 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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AUS
Dec 2025
Bid on an upgrade seat if you can, I was pleased with my upgrade.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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AUS
Jan 2025
Use the lounge access at the discounted rate. It was very nice.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Austin

  • What can I do in San Francisco International Airport while waiting for my flight from San Francisco to Austin to take off?

    If you would like to relax and watch the airport’s planes take off, head to the outdoor terrace that is in Boarding Area G of San Francisco International Airport. To learn more about the airport’s history and see what amenities it offers for guests, take one of the three self guided tours that are offered in the different terminals.

  • Where can I go shopping at San Francisco International Airport?

    California Lifestyle can be found in Terminal 3 of San Francisco International Airport and sells traditional souvenirs and products from the local region, while 100% Pure is located nearby and offers organic skincare. The Bay Area Club House is near Boarding Area F and sells professional sports memorabilia.

  • What is the best way to travel from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to the city center?

    Although Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is serviced by the Bus No 100 Airport Flyer, the easiest way to travel downtown is by taking a taxi. Taxis are stationed outside of the Arrivals terminal 24h a day, and minimum fares start at $12.10.

  • Which hotels have a shuttle service to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport?

    To stay somewhere budget-friendly yet comfortable, book a room at the Comfort Suites Austin Airport, a hotel with a free shuttle to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and is less than 10 mi from the local convention center. The Hilton Austin Airport is a chic option that also has a shuttle service and is a 17m drive from downtown.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Austin?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Austin was £65 for a one-way ticket and £132 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Austin?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Austin flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Austin?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Austin flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Austin?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Austin on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Austin?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Austin.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Austin?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Austin from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Austin?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Austin with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Austin?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Austin from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Austin

  • Both Frontier and Alaska Airlines offer affordable nonstop flights from San Francisco to Austin, and they offer free drinks and snacks. American and Delta Airlines provide flights with layovers, but they also have inflight entertainment and the option of upgrading to a more comfortable seat for a small additional fee.
  • If you are a business traveler, there are several amenities that you can take advantage of in San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The TripTel Business Center has workstations, copying services, and cellphone rentals, while the Airport Travel Agency has a notary and a passport photo service.
  • To unwind before being cooped up in a plane for several hours, go to one of the yoga rooms that are in Terminals 2 and 3 of San Francisco International Airport. These rooms contain complimentary exercise mats, as well as informational DVDs that show how to do popular yoga positions.
  • For travelers who have a question about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) or need help figuring out how to use ground transportation, go to the Visitor Information Desk near baggage carousels 3 and 5 in the Barbara Jordan Terminal. The volunteers at this desk can answer all of your questions and provide you with additional resources.
  • If you are a nursing mother, stop by the Mamava Lactation Suite that is near Gate 7 of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Travelers can access the room for up to 30m for free when they have downloaded the app, and it contains comfortable chairs, a changing table, USB ports, and a mirror.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Austin?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Austin Bergstrom.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Austin Bergstrom Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Austin Bergstrom

Monday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco

Monday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Southwest, United Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Austin

Information on your arrival and departure airports