Flights from DFW to SFO

3 airlines fly nonstop from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas) to San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco).

Distance
1,461 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
−2h
Nonstop airlines
3

Fares from DFW to SFO

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
American AirlinesDFW Dallas Fort Worth International AirportSFO San Francisco International Airport
Frontier AirlinesDFW Dallas Fort Worth International AirportSFO San Francisco International Airport
United AirlinesDFW Dallas Fort Worth International AirportSFO San Francisco International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into San Francisco

SFO

San Francisco International Airport

12 miles (19 km) from the city centre. 54.5 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainBART Yellow or Red Line from the International Terminal to downtown San Francisco stationsabout 30mregular BART fare plus a $5.51 airport surcharge

Before you go

Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.

San Francisco is 2 hours behind Dallas. San Francisco uses the US dollar (USD).

Read the San Francisco guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from DFW to SFO?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from DFW to SFO?

As of October 2026, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.

How far is SFO from DFW?

About 1,461 miles (2,352 km) between the airports.

What is the time difference?

San Francisco is 2 hours behind Dallas.

What ID do I need to fly to San Francisco?

Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.

How do I get from San Francisco International Airport into San Francisco?

BART Yellow or Red Line from the International Terminal to downtown San Francisco stations, about 30 minutes, regular BART fare plus a $5.51 airport surcharge.

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Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.