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There are a million things on your list of things to do for your trip to The City by the Bay, but you’ve been dreading scouring hundreds of flights to find the one that best suits your needs. With Hotwire, you don’t have to stress over booking a flight. Just plug in your search criteria and let Hotwire find the best deals. Now you can spend less time booking and more time planning the things that will make your trip to San Francisco unforgettable.

Fun-filled days in The Golden State

Top Things to do in San Francisco: If you’re in town on business or for a family visit and have some extra time to spare, check out a few of San Francisco’s top attractions. If you consider yourself a bit of a history buff, hop on the ferry to Alcatraz Island for a self-guided tour of the abandoned federal prison. Alcatraz Island is also home to the oldest lighthouse on the West Coast.

For a different type of adventure, immerse yourself in a unique part of San Francisco’s culture with a hotel stay in Chinatown. Along its colorful streets, you'll discover architectural marvels, Chinese restaurants, handmade goods, and novelty shopping. If you simply want to enjoy Northern California scenery, head over to Baker Beach to capture breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Although you won’t be able to swim at the beach, it’s the perfect spot for sunbathing, hiking, and fishing.

Explore S’more: Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve is a 61-acre outdoor adventure reserve that features more than 5 miles of hiking and biking trails. It’s the perfect lush forest escape for wildlife photography and solo adventuring. Is getting out on the water more your thing? At Dogpatch Paddle you can rent paddleboards and kayaks to explore on your own or take private or group lessons. Or maybe you’d like to get further out to see and embark on a whale watching and sea animal excursion on a dolphin and whale watching adventure with San Francisco Whale Tours, during which you can also catch glimpses of seals, harbor porpoises, and more.

Unusual Foodie Stops: Unique dining experiences abound in San Francisco. Crown & Crumpet is a quaint tea and bakery shop with décor reminiscent of an English eatery. If you want to catch dinner and a movie, try Foreign Cinema, a unique street-side restaurant where you can see arthouse films and delight in a refined menu that features foods for brunch and dinner—and with desserts like pumpkin chevre cheesecake with pomegranate and huckleberry sauce, you’ll never want to leave. Tonga Room & Hurricane Club serves tiki food and drinks in a tropical setting fit for a Hollywood set. Dine around the central lagoon and enjoy tropical thunderstorms and live music as bands play on a floating boat.

If it’s brunch you want, you’re in luck. Brenda’s French Soul Food serves everything from beignets and po’boys to French toast and blackened voodoo barbeque sauce oysters. If you can already taste the chipotle rémoulade hushpuppies melting in your mouth, Brenda’s French Soul Food needs to be your first meal after landing at SFO.

San-Can’t-Resist-O: San Francisco features hundreds of hidden attractions. The Secret Tiled Staircase consists of 163 steps of colorful mosaic tile art that rewards stunning views of the Sunset district in San Francisco. The artsy attraction is featured beside a garden that serves as a natural habitat preservation effort for the Green Hairstreak Butterfly. Pier 39 is another San Francisco Bay attraction you won’t want to miss. The pier features fresh seafood restaurants, boating docks, an Alcatraz gift shop, artisan and souvenir shops, and front row seats to the Pier 39 sea lions.

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How to get cheap flights to San Francisco?

Hotwire believes your flight to SFO should be as comfortable as your hotel stay. That’s why booking a flight to San Francisco, California with Hotwire gets you the best of comfort and affordability. And if you book a Hotwire Hot Rate, you’re sure to score a deal on a last-minute flight to San Francisco. With savings like that, you’ll have more money to spend on your Golden City adventures.

What is the name of San Francisco’s airport?

The Bay Area has three international airports, each in different cities. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is San Francisco’s premier international airport.  Oakland International Airport (OAK) is a second airport near San Francisco, just 12 miles away. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is in San Jose, just an hour away. When booking your flight, be sure to pay close attention to the airport's name to ensure that you arrive at SFO, not OAK or SJC.

What airport is best to fly into San Francisco?

You may be wondering whether it is best to catch a flight to San Francisco International Airport or Oakland International Airport.  If you want to land in the heart of San Francisco without having to worry about traffic on the bridge slowing you down, SFO is the airport for you. If you’re spending more time east of The City, OAK could be the better option.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

As with many United States destinations, the high season is December through January. August is the cheapest month to buy plane tickets to San Francisco.

San Francisco Flight Information
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SFO
Roundtrip price
$72

Last Minute Hotel Deals in San Francisco

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,517 reviews)
"The beds are comfy, rooms are wonderful, continental breakfast is top notch, staff is very friendly everyone smiling and helpful. Parking onsite and WiFi, everything you need with public transport convenient walking to food and activities. Streets are unsafe lots of different types of homeless people ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,173 reviews)
"5 star"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,847 reviews)
"Air conditioning was poor. Window could have blocked sunlight better"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,406 reviews)
"The check in was quick and the staff at check in was nice."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,627 reviews)
Meh
"We've stayed here multiple times. This was my least favorite stay, unfortunately. Staff were indifferent and seemed less than interested in our having a pleasant experience. And i truly thought i purchased the parking when i booked so was less than thrilled about the additional $60/day. When i mentioned ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
Great hotel!
"This hotel is awesome. we read some poorceeviews before going and don't understand people. couldn't have been nicer."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,393 reviews)
great choice for downtown SF
"Great value for a financial area hotel, clean and comfortable. No breakfast but there is in-room coffee, and nearby places to eat. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,758 reviews)
"Great location - lots of charm."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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Top Hotels With Free Airport Shuttle

Hotel Skye SFO
Hotel Skye SFO
2.5 out of 5
421 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,316 reviews)
Good place to stay
"The room was clean and comfortable, and it was quiet for sleeping. The location was nice and close to the airport."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Hotel Skye SFO
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
5.8/10 (2,408 reviews)
5 out of 5
"I loved that place it was wonderful and the guy behind the counter was really nice and helpful"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

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The Dylan at SFO
The Dylan at SFO
3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,666 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

The Dylan at SFO
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
4 out of 5
1333 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,251 reviews)
"The room was old and most of the electric outlets did not work. The hair dryer did not fit into any of the outlets in the room and therefore was unusable. The room was not big enough for 3 people."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
1375 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Toilet was not attached well to the floor."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4 out of 5
835 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,120 reviews)
Overnight airport stay
"It was very convenient for an overnight stay near the airport."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.