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Overview: San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD flight

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Flights from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD depart on average 53 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $216 (€175) but you can travel from only $169 (€137) by bus.

There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 2451 miles (3945 km) distance in 5h 14m. May is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $169 (€137)
Distance
2451 miles (3945 km)
Average flight duration
8h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$216 (€175)
Flights per day
53
Direct flights
2
Fastest flight
5h 14m
Cheapest month
May
First flight
12:08 AM
Last flight
11:55 PM
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $169 (€137)

The cheapest and fastest flights from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Cheapest price

$238

Average price

$279

Fastest journey

5 h 17 m

Average duration

7 h 17 m

Flights per day

4

Distance

3945 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD will cost around $279 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $238.

Fast flights

Of the 4 flights that leave San Francisco, CA for Baltimore, MD onThu, Apr 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Apr 02 the direct flights cover the 3945 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .

On Thu, Apr 02 the longest flights will take 8 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • American Airlines
    9:30 PM7h22
    San Francisco, CA
    4:52 AMBaltimore, MD
    $2381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alaska Airlines
    3:00 PM8h14
    San Francisco, CA
    11:14 PMBaltimore, MD
    $2581One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alaska Airlines
    2:30 PM8h16
    San Francisco, CA
    10:46 PMBaltimore, MD
    $2921One-way
    0 transfers
  • United
    5:09 PM5h17
    San Francisco, CA
    10:26 PMBaltimore, MD
    $3281One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, flight, and train for San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $216. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $216, and a train costs an average of $228.

Distance: 2451 miles (3945 km)

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Train

$339

Average price

Cheapest

$399

Average price

$716

Average price

11h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 25m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

67h 42m

Average total duration

67h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

70h 58m

Average total duration

70h 28m

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Live departures

San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD flight times

The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD flights for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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Tickets
unitedUA1479 · UA136212:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
7h11
7:11 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2168 · UA172012:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h24
8:24 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA402 · AA12131:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h13
10:13 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2614 · AA2393 · AA25171:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h04
11:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA402 · AA22511:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
13h59
2:59 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2249 · AA2353 · AA12131:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h13
10:13 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA402 · AA1653 · AA25171:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h04
11:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2249 · AA2048 · AA25171:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h04
11:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2614+envoy_airAA35011:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h04
10:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2091 · UA23701:33 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h00
9:33 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA1878 · AA14642:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
7h04
9:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA1878 · AA25172:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h04
11:04 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1980 · UA1710 · UA21132:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h23
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA1260 · UA21132:15 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h08
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1260 · UA5370 · UA7092:15 PM San Francisco International Airport
13h09
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2904 · AA2760 · AA17243:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h27
2:27 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2904 · AA2760 · AA27993:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
12h05
3:05 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2904 · AA12133:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
7h13
10:13 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2904 · AA364 · AA17243:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h27
2:27 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA444 · UA1710 · UA21133:10 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h13
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA2492 · UA1583 · UA21133:10 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h13
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5747 · UA5370 · UA7093:12 PM San Francisco International Airport
12h12
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5747 · UA21133:12 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h11
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA5937 · UA2426 · UA21133:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h58
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5937 · UA421 · UA7093:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h59
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5937 · UA1937 · UA7093:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h59
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5937 · UA742 · UA26823:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h19
2:44 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA26643:39 PM San Francisco International Airport
5h34
9:13 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport0 transfersDirect
unitedUA2498 · UA26824:10 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h34
2:44 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA1146 · AA17244:14 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h13
2:27 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2411 · AA3081 · AA27994:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h40
3:05 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2411 · AA1018 · AA22514:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h34
2:59 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2411 · AA3081 · AA17244:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h02
2:27 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2411 · AA815 · AA22514:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h34
2:59 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA500 · UA7095:16 PM San Francisco International Airport
10h08
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1954 · UA21135:31 PM San Francisco International Airport
7h52
1:23 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA643 · UA1937 · UA7095:34 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h50
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2416+republic_airlinesAA47815:36 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h24
2:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2416+republic_airlinesAA46085:36 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h57
3:33 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA619 · UA26825:50 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h54
2:44 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1604 · UA7095:50 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h34
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA1996 · AA22516:32 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h27
2:59 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA1684+republic_airlinesAA46087:30 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h03
3:33 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2121 · UA7097:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
7h39
3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1336 · UA1457 · UA167211:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
13h54
1:39 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA1577 · UA1457 · UA16721:46 AM San Francisco International Airport
11h53
1:39 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA1995 · UA2102 · UA16722:08 AM San Francisco International Airport
11h31
1:39 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA406 · UA2102 · UA16724:20 AM San Francisco International Airport
9h19
1:39 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA4534:25 AM San Francisco International Airport
5h35
10:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport0 transfersDirect
american_airlinesAA2113+envoy_airAA36796:29 AM San Francisco International Airport
9h33
4:02 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA1005 · AA23146:35 AM San Francisco International Airport
11h55
6:30 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport1 transfer

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FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD can start from as little as $216 (€175) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD is $339 (€276) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD is 5h 14m to travel the 2451 miles (3945 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD leaves at 12:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD leaves at 11:55 PM.
Flights from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD generally leave from San Francisco International Airport and arrive in Baltimore/Washington International Airport.San Francisco International Airport is 0 miles (1 km) away from San Francisco, CA city centre and Baltimore/Washington International Airport is 1 miles (2 km) from Baltimore, MD city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Francisco, CA and Baltimore, MD including taking a bus, flight, and train.
Since neither San Francisco, CA nor Baltimore, MD are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is a time difference of 3 h between San Francisco, CA and Baltimore, MD all year round.
The best events to attend in Baltimore, MD include:
  • Preakness Stakes, a prestigious horse race held annually at Pimlico Race Course, attracting thousands of spectators
  • Baltimore Book Festival, a celebration of literature featuring author readings, panel discussions, and book signings
  • Artscape, the largest free arts festival in the country showcasing local artists, live performances, and interactive art installations.
The best holidays to experience in Baltimore, MD include:
  • Independence Day, vibrant fireworks and festive celebrations throughout the city
  • Labor Day, pleasant weather perfect for outdoor activities and events
  • Memorial Day, honoring veterans with parades and a lively atmosphere.
The best season to visit Baltimore, MD is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Baltimore, MD is during April-May or September-October.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

popular airports

Popular airports from San Francisco, CA to Baltimore, MD

San Francisco
Baltimore
The major airport for departures in San Francisco is San Francisco International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at San Francisco International Airport for your trip from San Francisco to Baltimore.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
US-101, exit 423A
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are located in all terminals, including DFS Duty-Free and Burberry.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in the Domestic and International Garages, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per 15 minutes.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, toilets.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including the United Club and Delta Sky Club.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall of the Domestic Terminal.
Public transit options for San Francisco International Airport
  • Buses: SamTrans 292, 397, 398, KX
  • Metro: BART Yellow Line

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