Flight deals from Vienna (VIE) to San Francisco (SFO) — tracked by aifly.one with 21 tracked fares.
San Francisco occupies one of the world’s most dramatically beautiful natural settings — a compact peninsula where Victorian terrace houses climb hills that fall sharply into bay and Pacific. The city is small enough to walk across in a day and dense enough to spend weeks in: the Mission’s taquerias and murals, the Haight’s record shops, the Richmond’s Chinese and Russian bakeries, and the Ferry Building’s weekend market are each distinct worlds within cycling distance of each other. There is a particular quality of light here — Pacific fog burning off mid-morning to reveal a clarity that makes the city look slightly unreal — that visitors tend to remember longer than any specific sight.
Our average tracked fare is €508, with our best find at €491.
Price tracking data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fares tracked | 21 |
| Average tracked fare | €508 |
| Lowest fare seen | €491 on 2026-04-14 |
| Golden Filter threshold | €381 (25% below average) |
| Airlines we’ve tracked | Austrian airlines / lufthansa, Iberia, Klm / air france, Lufthansa / austrian airlines, Lufthansa / swiss, Lx, Swiss, Swiss / austrian airlines |
| Last fare tracked | 2026-06-01 |
Travel essentials — San Francisco
| Topic | Info |
|---|---|
| Journey time | From London: 10.5–11 hours direct. From Amsterdam: 11 hours direct. From Frankfurt: 11.5 hours direct. From Vienna, Prague, Warsaw: 12–13 hours (1 stop or very long direct). British Airways, United, and Norwegian operate transatlantic routes. |
| Best season | September–November: warm and clear (18–22°C), summer fog has lifted, streets at their most pleasant. April–May: green hills, mild (14–18°C). June–August: famous summer fog — the western neighbourhoods can be cold and grey while Oakland is sunny. December–March: rain and cooler temperatures (10–14°C), quietest and cheapest period. |
| Daily budget | Budget: USD 120–170/day (hostel, food trucks, BART). Mid-range: USD 300–500/day (hotel, restaurant). San Francisco is among the most expensive US cities — hotel rates are high, USD 200/night is mid-range. Approximate, April 2026. |
| Currency | US Dollar (USD). Cards universally accepted. Tipping 18–20% standard. California has 7.25–10.75% sales tax added to prices shown. |
| Timezone | PST (UTC-8), PDT in summer (UTC-7). 8 hours behind London in winter, 7 hours in summer. |
| Visa (EU) | EU VWP citizens: ESTA required before travel. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. Fee: USD 21. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. → Check official requirements |
| Safety | The Tenderloin and parts of South of Market (SoMa) have visible street homelessness and drug use — be aware but not alarmed. Mid-Market and Civic Center areas require standard precautions. The main tourist areas (Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, Mission, Castro, North Beach) are safe. Car break-ins are endemic — leave nothing visible in vehicles. Emergency: 911. |
Getting around San Francisco
BART for airport and east bay connections. Muni (bus + light rail + cable car) within the city — USD 3 single ride, 7-day Muni pass USD 40. Lyft/Uber for hills and late nights. Renting a car recommended for excursions to Napa, Yosemite, or Big Sur — not needed within the city. Approximate Muni fares, April 2026.
Highlights
Golden Gate Bridge (walk or cycle across — 90 min return cycle), Alcatraz Island (book 2+ weeks ahead), the Ferry Building Saturday Farmers Market, Tartine Bakery in the Mission (arrive before 10am for the best pastries), Dolores Park on a sunny afternoon, Ocean Beach for Pacific sunsets, North Beach’s City Lights Bookstore, and the Castro District. Day trips: Muir Woods (ancient redwoods), Point Reyes, or Napa Valley wine country.
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How we track deals
Our automated pipeline monitors multiple flight deal sources for Vienna to San Francisco around the clock. Every price is verified before we publish. We only surface fares that pass our Golden Filter — priced 25% or more below the rolling average for this route.
What is the average fare from Vienna to San Francisco?
Based on 21 tracked fares, the average fare is €508. Our lowest fare seen was €491 on 2026-04-14.
How do I get alerts for cheap flights from Vienna to San Francisco?
Join our Telegram channel at t.me/aiflydeals. Our system publishes deals the moment this route drops 25% below its rolling average.
Which airlines have deals from Vienna to San Francisco?
Airlines from our tracked fares: Austrian airlines / lufthansa, Iberia, Klm / air france, Lufthansa / austrian airlines, Lufthansa / swiss, Lx, Swiss, Swiss / austrian airlines. Based on actual tracked fares — not a complete list of all operators.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
September–November: warm and clear (18–22°C), summer fog has lifted, streets at their most pleasant. April–May: green hills, mild (14–18°C). June–August: famous summer fog — the western neighbourhoods can be cold and grey while Oakland is sunny. December–March: rain and cooler temperatures (10–14°C), quietest and cheapest period.
Do EU citizens need a visa for San Francisco?
EU VWP citizens: ESTA required before travel. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. Fee: USD 21.
Is San Francisco safe to visit?
The Tenderloin and parts of South of Market (SoMa) have visible street homelessness and drug use — be aware but not alarmed. Mid-Market and Civic Center areas require standard precautions. The main tourist areas (Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, Mission, Castro, North Beach) are safe. Car break-ins are endemic — leave nothing visible in vehicles. Emergency: 911.
What is the currency in San Francisco?
US Dollar (USD).
Travel info verified: 2026-04-02