How long is the flight from San Francisco to Boston?

Direct flights from San Francisco to Boston typically take around 5h 36m. The great-circle distance is approximately 4,341 km.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

As a general industry pattern, mid-week flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) tend to be cheaper — see the cheapest-day page for real fare data on this route where available.

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Boston?

Use our flight search above to see live availability and compare prices across airlines flying San Francisco to Boston.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

For the best fares, aim to book 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season and 2–4 weeks during off-peak periods. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear within 14 days of departure.

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Direct Flights: San Francisco to Boston

5h 36m

Flight time

4,341 km

Distance

Airport pairs

Find non-stop flights from San Francisco to Boston — no layovers, no connections. The route covers 4,341 km with a typical flight time of 5h 36m. Boston is located in United States.

Direct airport connections

SFO

San Francisco International Airport

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BOS

General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport

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Nearby airports

Near San Francisco

San Carlos Airport (SQL)16 km
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)18 km
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)49 km

Near Boston

Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED)26 km
Manchester Boston Regional Airport (MHT)72 km
Worcester Regional Airport (ORH)72 km

FAQs — Direct Flights San Francisco to Boston

Yes, there are non-stop flights operating between San Francisco and Boston. Flight time is approximately 5h 36m.