238 € Cheap Flights from Cancun to San Francisco International

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cancun to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Cancun to San Francisco International

Cancun to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cancun to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Cancun to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found238 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time6 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Cancun to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cancun to San Francisco International is 238 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Cancun to San Francisco International.
United, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Cancun to San Francisco International.
As of September 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Cancun to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Cancun to San Francisco International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cancun Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 30 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 1 minute.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • San Francisco is two hours behind Cancun and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • You can choose from 22 weekly Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 12:35 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. Alaska Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:10.

  • To ensure you get on your CUN to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Getting to San Francisco (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates CUN to SFO flights is United Airlines. Its services land as planned 71.6% of the time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CUN and SFO:

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • At the moment, 123 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 238 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from CUN to SFO, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CUN to SFO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • When it comes to Cancun International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to San Francisco in February.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUN to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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