Calgary to San Francisco flights
Direct and connecting flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Calgary to San Francisco take?
Flight time from Calgary (YYC) to San Francisco (SFO) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Calgary to San Francisco?
Airline availability for YYC to SFO changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Calgary to San Francisco?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YYC to SFO varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- WestJet5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| WestJet | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YYC → SFO
YYC to SFO is a medium-haul route of 1,639 km (1,018 mi). See the return SFO → YYC route.
Alternative airports near Calgary: Banff (YBA) — 107 km, Red Deer Industrial (YQF) — 119 km.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.