149 € Cheap Flights from San Francisco International to Arcata

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

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Arcata

San Francisco International to Arcata: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco to Arcata: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found149 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 23 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week60

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Arcata is 149 €. 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.
1 hour and 23 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Arcata.
United, SkyWest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from San Francisco International to Arcata.
As of September 2025, there are 60 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Arcata.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Arcata is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport on Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 23 minutes.
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 Arcata 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 Arcata is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Arcata.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Flights from SFO to ACV start at 09:45 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:05 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 30 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to ACV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • United Airlines has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Arcata — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • With 77.2% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SFO to ACV flights.

  • If you want to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Los Angeles International Airport is a well-known stop between SFO and ACV.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)

  • Right now, 172 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 149 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to ACV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to ACV.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)

  • If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ACV:

  • Go where the road takes you with an Arcata-Eureka Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Enterprise, Budget or Avis and see more of Arcata and beyond.

  • Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Arcata-Eureka Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good idea.

Getting from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to central Arcata

  • ACV is located at 3561 Boeing Ave.

  • From Arcata-Eureka Airport, Arcata is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Arcata. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Arcata, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to ACV in February. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Arcata. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 370 kilometres south-east of Arcata. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key reasons to visit.

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