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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Arcata

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,820. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

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

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Arcata

San Francisco International to Arcata: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco to Arcata: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,826
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week96

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Arcata is R 3,803. 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.
1 hour and 26 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Arcata.
United, SkyWest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from San Francisco International to Arcata.
As of July 2026, there are 96 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Arcata.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Arcata is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport on Thursday, 10 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 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 Arcata 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 Arcata is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Arcata.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata Airport (ACV): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport.

  • Choose from 27 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport flights. The 09:05 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:35.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to ACV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • United has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Arcata — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is United.

  • With 73.82% of services arriving as scheduled, United is the most punctual carrier operating SFO to ACV flights.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport. Many passengers pass through Denver International Airport when flying between SFO and ACV.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata Airport (ACV)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport flight is R 1,826. A return ticket right now is R 3,803. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SFO to ACV.

  • November is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to ACV.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 78% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Arcata Airport (ACV)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to ACV if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Arcata Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Enterprise, Budget or Avis and find adventure across Arcata and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Arcata Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.

When to fly to Arcata Airport (ACV)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Arcata in March.

  • Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata Airport for August if you'd like to explore Arcata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to ACV in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

  • Arcata has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Arcata, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.

  • San Francisco is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres south-east of Arcata. No journey is complete without dropping by Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.

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