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San Francisco Travel Guide

Map of San Francisco About San Francisco

Hop a flight to San Francisco to discover the many reasons people love the city, despite the fog. From Alcatraz to hidden neighborhoods, there's no shortage of things to do in San Francisco. read more

When to Visit San Francisco

Choosing when to visit San Francisco, as well as deciding when to book, can determine the quality of the experience you'll have. Weather, crowds, and other seasonal factors play a significant role in how much your vacation will cost. read more

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Last-Minute Airfares to San FranciscoSee all

Departure City Price Arrival City Airline
Chicago, IL (ORD) $216 San Francisco, CA (SFO) American
La Crosse, WI (LSE) $300 San Francisco, CA (SFO) American
Milwaukee, WI (MKE) $342 San Francisco, CA (SFO) American

Editors' Picks: San Francisco DealsSee All San Francisco Travel Deals

  • Through Thursday: $54 O/W Virgin America Sale*
    Travel to Boston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., among a few other cities with Virgin America's latest sale. Competing carriers include American, Continental, Frontier, US Airways, plus a few others.
  • Wow! $39 O/W Southwest Sale - Save 64% on Flights*
    Stop, drop, and book these sale fares! Southwest has just announced a short-haul promotion, but there's nothing short about the savings. Our research shows that the competitors are not coming even close to touching the low-cost king's rates.
  • Ends Soon: $44 O/W AirTran Sale - More Than 3,000 Routes*
    More than 3,000 routes are on sale from low-cost carrier AirTran. Prices start at $44 one-way, and American, Delta, Spirit, and US Airways are matching portions of the sale.
  • $304 R/T Honolulu and Maui Sale From Hawaiian*
    Hawaiian Airlines' evergreen Honolulu and Maui sale is offering travel through mid-March. Our research shows Hawaiian's sale fares are less than stellar, but you can find competitive rates from Delta and United.
  • January Weekend Getaways From $55/Night
    Want to start the new decade off with a quick trip? Whether you'd like to ski, shop, relax by the pool, eat, or soak in a hot spring, these deals have you covered with low rates and extra perks such as resort credits, gift cards, and free nights.
  • Tourist Passes From $48/Adult, $38/Child
    Go Card discount passes for Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando, and Seattle, among others, give visitors pre-paid admission to dozens of attractions.
  • CityPass Offers up to 50 Percent Off Family Attractions
    CityPasses offer up to 50 percent off on admissions and the chance to skip entrance lines at select family-friendly attractions in 10 North American cities.

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