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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,882. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.R 1,782 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,782, select.
San Francisco.R 1,782 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,782, select.
San Francisco.R 1,789 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,789, select.
San Francisco.R 1,826 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,826, select.
San Francisco.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.
San Francisco.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.
San Francisco.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Nashville on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.
San Francisco.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.
San Francisco.R 2,879 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Nashville on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,879, select.
San Francisco.R 2,981 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,981, select.
San Francisco.R 4,122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Nashville on Sat, 22 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,122, select.
San Francisco.R 4,134 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Nashville on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,134, select.
San Francisco.R 4,137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Nashville on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,137, select.
San Francisco.R 4,144 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,144, select.
San Francisco.R 4,144 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Nashville on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,144, select.
San Francisco.R 4,761 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,761, 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 August.
Jul
from R 2,981
Aug
from R 1,782
Sep
from R 1,782
Oct
from R 1,789
Nov
from R 1,826
Dec
from R 2,879
Jan
from R 4,134
Feb
from R 4,144
Mar
from R 4,137
Apr
from R 4,144
May
from R 4,122
Jun
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Direct flights from Nashville to San Francisco International

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.

San Francisco International

18km from central San Francisco
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Oakland Metropolitan Oak

19km from central San Francisco
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Concord

40km from central San Francisco
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San Jose International

63km from central San Francisco
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San Jose Reid-Hillview

72km from central San Francisco
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Santa Rosa

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Nashville to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,782
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week78

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Nashville to San Francisco International is R 3,599. 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.
4 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Nashville to San Francisco International.
United, Southwest Airlines and Virgin Australia fly direct from Nashville to San Francisco International.
As of July 2026, there are 79 flights per week flying from Nashville to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to San Francisco International is usually October.
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 Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 54 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 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.

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.

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

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

  • Jump on a direct flight from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Nashville.

  • Every week, there are 25 Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 06:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:44 with United Airlines.

  • Your BNA to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Travelling to San Francisco (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • United is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • United is the most punctual carrier that offers BNA to SFO flights, with 74.37% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BNA and SFO:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid International Airport

    • San Diego International Airport

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

  • At the moment, R 1,782 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,599. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BNA to SFO.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BNA to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Nashville Airport (BNA)

  • You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Nashville Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Nashville to Nashville Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BNA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

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

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Nashville Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BNA to SFO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.