Shortest Flight
Delta Air Lines
19 Oct, Mon
San Francisco – Anchorage
7h 50m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
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Quick Flight Summary from San Francisco to Anchorage
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $299
- Direct flight duration 6 hour 58 min
- Arrival airports ANC
- Best days to book Monday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $402
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Anchorage
Delta Air Lines
11 Oct, Sun
San Francisco – Anchorage
8h 8m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
Delta Air Lines
21 Oct, Wed
San Francisco – Anchorage
8h 8m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
Delta Air Lines
17 Oct, Sat
San Francisco – Anchorage
9h 49m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
Delta Air Lines
30 Sep, Wed
San Francisco – Anchorage
1d 46m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
American Airlines
19 Sep, Sat
San Francisco – Anchorage
14h 49m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
American Airlines
21 Sep, Mon
San Francisco – Anchorage
12h 13m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
American Airlines
13 Sep, Sun
San Francisco – Anchorage
14h 43m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
American Airlines
23 Sep, Wed
San Francisco – Anchorage
14h 43m
1 stop
SFO–ANC
Last update: 10 September 2026 05:21
Estimated Prices for San Francisco to Anchorage Flights
Cheapest Day30 September Wednesday
Best Price
$282
Average Price
$442
$563
$282
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- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from San Francisco City Center
San Francisco Intl. Airport
Located 21 km from the city center, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California, following Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Every year SFO handles a significant number of both domestic and international flights. There are a variety of transportation alternatives passengers can utilize to get to and from the airport.
San Francisco International Airport stands out for the comfortable and exceptional services it offers. The airport features services aimed at meeting your every need, from comfortable passenger lounges, to restaurants that offer a wide variety of cuisines and a vibrant array of stores where you can go shopping.
San Francisco International Airport is accessible by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car as the airport contains parking lots that offer short-term and long-term parking options.
Train
There are two rail systems that you can use to get to San Francisco International Airport from the city center. The first is the rapid-rail system, the BART. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between SFO and the northern and southern parts of the city.
The other rail system that you can use to get to SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between San Francisco and San Jose and SFO.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to SFO from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.
Bus
SamTrans buses provide transportation between the San Francisco city center and the airport. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Mateo, various parts of San Francisco and San Francisco International Airport. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 run directly to the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the airport. There are many rental car companies located in the city. You can drop off your rental vehicle at the Rental Car Center before your departure. From the Rental Car Center the AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty.
Bike
San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who want to access the airport by bike. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes. Bike lovers can easily access the airport by bicycle.
Airport Information
San Francisco International Airport is located 21 km from the city center. The airport covers an expansive area and operates domestic and international flights out of 4 terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and the International Terminal. The AirTrain automated system provides free transportation between each terminal, as well as the Rental Car Center and BART station. The AirTrain Red Line links all terminals, terminal garages and the BART Station. The AirTrain Blue Line links the Rental Car Center with all terminals, terminal garages, and the BART Station. SFO also contains a variety of services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.
The airport features health services in the terminals, rental car offices, banks, a lost and found, wireless internet, charging stations, clothing stores where you can go shopping, restaurants and cafes, the Aviation Museum & Library, rotating exhibitions, spa services, children’s play areas, free yoga rooms, a market, and much more.
Transportation to Anchorage City Center from Airport
Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport
You can get to the city center by bus or taxi from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. If you want to rent a car in order to get to the city center, you can follow two different ways both of which are very easy. The free airport shuttle service provided by some hotels is one of the easiest, comfortable and fast means of transportation.
Taxi
There is also a taxi-stand in front of both terminals. The taxi fare in order to go to Anchorage city center costs between 17-22 dollars. The ride takes about 15 to 20 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
Rent a car
At Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, there is a Car Rental Center, which hosts 8 car rental companies. To get to the Car Rental Center, you can benefit from free shuttle services that depart every 15 minutes from the South Terminal. If you are in the North Terminal, you can ask for a shuttle service immediately using the toll-free telephone. You can go to the city center by driving through two different routes. You need to connect to L Street or O’Malley routes through Minnesota W Int. Airport road. Both routes lead you to the city center in no more than 16 minutes under normal conditions.
Bus
If you prefer public transport, you can reach the city center in half an hour from the airport by getting on the bus number 7. The ticket price is 2$. The bus departs every 30 minutes from 6 am to 11 pm every day.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Some of the hotels and motels in Anchorage offer free airport shuttle service for their guests. In order to benefit from this shuttle service provided through luxury minivans, you should make your reservations by contacting with your hotel or motel in advance.
Anchorage Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Wednesday
9 Sep
18°9°
Today
Thursday
10 Sep
17°10°
Friday
11 Sep
17°8°
Saturday
12 Sep
18°10°
Sunday
13 Sep
17°10°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Anchorage flights?
Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Anchorage flights?
For San Francisco-Anchorage flights, you can use Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Anchorage and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Anchorage and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between San Francisco-Anchorage is 3231 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Anchorage flights?
Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Anchorage flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Francisco-Anchorage flights is Tuesday.
San Francisco-Anchorage: which airline is better value on this route?
San Francisco-Anchorage: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Delta Air Lines starts from approximately $205.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Delta Air Lines | $205 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (less than 48 hours) • Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (less than 48 hours) • Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
 American Airlines | $471 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment |
Last update: 26.08.2026
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