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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,677. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

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

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Paris

Alternative San Francisco International to Paris routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Paris? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Francisco to Paris: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,251
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time10 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week87

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

There are 3 airports in Paris: Paris Orly, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Beauvais.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Paris is RM2,337. 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.
10 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Paris.
Delta, Air France and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from San Francisco International to Paris.
As of April 2026, there are 87 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Paris.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Paris is usually October.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Paris is Paris Charles de Gaulle – which is 22.7 km away from the centre of Paris. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,337.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Paris on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 46 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 Paris 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 Paris is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in Paris, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Condor and French Bee offer the cheapest flight tickets to Paris.

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

  • Take a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 30 minutes.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • With 17 weekly flights between the two airports, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 13:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from SFO to CDG is with Air France at 20:45.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your SFO to Paris flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Begin your journey at SFO and travel nonstop to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). That will be your arrival point when searching for San Francisco International Airport to Paris tickets.

  • Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Paris include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from SFO to Paris. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • The journey from central San Francisco to SFO takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Paris flight is RM1,251. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,337. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SFO to Paris if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your San Francisco International Airport to Paris ticket.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SFO to Paris.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Paris

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your flight from SFO to Paris.

  • The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your SFO to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from ORY one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

  • You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • Find your way to the city centre after your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris has landed. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.

  • Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, head for a hotel close to BVA. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your SFO to Paris flight:

  • About three weeks ahead of your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paris is a good time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or catch some early booking discounts.

  • The address for Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Best time to go to Paris

  • January is the quietest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Paris, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Paris based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your San Francisco International Airport to Paris plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Paris around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Paris

Explore more of France

  • Paris has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres southeast of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.

  • Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.

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