Cheap Flights from Nashville (BNA) to San Francisco International (SFO)

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Flight deals from Nashville to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Nashville to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

San Francisco.$109 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 30.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Nashville on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $109, select.

San Francisco.$121 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 18.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Nashville on Mon, Aug 18, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $121, select.

San Francisco.$122 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 3.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Nashville on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

San Francisco.$126 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 28.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Nashville on Mon, Jul 28, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.

San Francisco.$142 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 4.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departing from Nashville on Sat, Oct 4, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.

San Francisco.$143 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 30.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Nashville on Wed, Jul 30, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.

San Francisco.$144 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 7.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Nashville on Tue, Oct 7, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

San Francisco.$144 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 5.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Nashville on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to San Francisco International

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

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Nashville to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

Nashville to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$109
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	4 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	70

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

How much are round-trip flights from Nashville to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Nashville to San Francisco International is $199. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Nashville to San Francisco International?

4 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Nashville to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from Nashville to San Francisco International?

United, Virgin Australia and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Nashville to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from Nashville to San Francisco International?

There are 70 flights per week flying from Nashville to San Francisco International, as of June 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nashville to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to San Francisco International is usually June 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Francisco two hours behind Nashville.
Flights from BNA to SFO start from 06:10 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 18:59 with United Airlines. Overall, there are 19 weekly Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your BNA to SFO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering San Francisco (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for BNA to SFO flights is United Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BNA and SFO:
- Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
- Denver International Airport
- San Diego International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $109. A return plane ticket is currently $199. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from BNA to SFO by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BNA to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Nashville International Airport (BNA)

You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
80.21% of flights leaving Nashville International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of BNA.
Nashville International Airport is around 11 miles from central Nashville. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near BNA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

If you're arriving on a late Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before traveling.

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

San Francisco International Airport is approximately 13 miles from central San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Nashville International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 72ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 43ºF and 61ºF. Search for cheap tickets from BNA to SFO sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen San Francisco. Around 40 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another favorite destination in United States and is around 160 miles south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without dropping by Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.