Orlando (MCO) to San Francisco (SFO) Flights: Route Guide and Travel Deals
Cheapest flight found
$149
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: MCO → SFO
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$149
Highest Fare
$249
Median Fare
$220
Price Spread
$100
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $149)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $249)
Biggest price drop caught: $55 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Orlando to San Francisco range from $149 to $249, a $100 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $55 between hourly checks on this route.
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Orlando (MCO)
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Airport Information
Orlando (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) serves as the primary gateway to Central Florida and is renowned for its lush, atrium-style architecture and efficient automated people movers. As a major hub for both domestic and international traffic, it offers extensive amenities, including various dining options and a large Hyatt Regency located directly within the terminal complex. Travelers should be prepared for high passenger volumes year-round due to the proximity of major attractions like Walt Disney World and Universal Studios.
San Francisco (SFO)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a world-class facility located roughly 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, serving as a major hub for United Airlines and a primary Pacific gateway. The airport is famous for its Wag Brigade—a team of certified therapy animals—and its impressive SFO Museum, which features rotating art and history exhibits throughout the terminals. With direct BART train connections, travelers can easily reach the city center, making it one of the most accessible airports on the West Coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from MCO to SFO?
Non-stop flights typically take between 5 hours and 45 minutes to 6 hours and 15 minutes, depending on wind conditions and aircraft type.
Which airlines offer non-stop flights on this route?
United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the primary carriers offering daily direct service between Orlando and San Francisco.
Is there a time difference between Orlando and San Francisco?
Yes, San Francisco is in the Pacific Time Zone, which is 3 hours behind the Eastern Time Zone used in Orlando.
What is the best way to get from SFO to downtown?
The BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train is the most efficient and cost-effective method, taking about 30 minutes to reach downtown San Francisco from the airport terminal.
Should I pack a coat for San Francisco if I am coming from Orlando?
Yes, even if it is 90 degrees in Orlando, San Francisco temperatures often hover in the 60s with cool coastal winds, making a light to medium jacket essential year-round.
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