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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Busan (PUS) from $484

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Busan Gimhae are usually found in April or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Busan

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Busan (PUS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$894

One-way from

$499
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Busan?

Wednesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 29%.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 26% by booking at least 59 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from San Francisco to Busan within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,060.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Busan?

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to Busan from San Francisco average $1,444. You can even find prices in April for less than $1,444, as users have found deals to Busan from as low as $1,004. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Busan from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 52%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to PUS?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from San Francisco to Busan by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap San Francisco to Busan flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Busan specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Busan in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop18h 10mChina Airlines
Sun 8/1812:15 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop24h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,466
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Sun 8/117:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,483
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop18h 10mChina Airlines
Thu 8/157:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,501
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop18h 10mChina Airlines
Tue 8/137:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,531
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop18h 10mChina Airlines
Fri 8/167:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,541
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop18h 10mChina Airlines
Thu 8/157:55 pmPUS - SFO
2 stops40h 24mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,558
Wed 7/311:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Mon 8/127:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,571
Tue 7/301:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Sun 8/187:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,591
Tue 7/301:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Wed 8/147:55 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,626

San Francisco to Busan 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Busan in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Busan in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Fri 8/305:15 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/210:00 pmPUS - SFO
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,010
Sun 8/181:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop18h 10mChina Airlines
Tue 9/312:15 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop24h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,070
Mon 10/141:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Wed 10/2312:15 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop23h 40mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,097
Fri 8/305:15 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/27:35 amPUS - SFO
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,101
Mon 8/1911:50 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop28h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 9/38:50 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop40h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,108
Mon 8/1911:30 pmSFO - PUS
2 stops24h 00mAsiana Airlines
Tue 9/311:30 amPUS - SFO
2 stops20h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,116
Sat 9/1411:50 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop28h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 9/298:50 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop40h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,136
Fri 9/131:05 amSFO - PUS
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Sun 9/2912:15 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop23h 40mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,153
Thu 8/2912:50 amSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/211:05 amPUS - SFO
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,154

One-way flights to Busan from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Busan. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Francisco to Busan. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco to Busan should utilize the search form above.
Tue 8/2712:55 amSFO - PUS
1 stop20h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/5$484
Wed 8/281:35 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop36h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/5$499
Mon 8/125:15 pmSFO - PUS
2 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$527
Mon 8/125:15 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$529
Sun 7/75:15 pmSFO - PUS
2 stops49h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$592
Sun 7/75:15 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$611
Sun 8/1112:50 amSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$628
Sat 7/65:59 pmSFO - PUS
3 stops49h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$631
Sat 7/65:59 pmSFO - PUS
2 stops50h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$642

Find flights from San Francisco to Busan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Busan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Fri 8/30

1 stop27h 30m

Busan Gimhae

Mon 9/2

2 stops38h 50m

$1,010

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Sun 8/18

1 stop18h 10m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 9/3

1 stop24h 10m

$1,070

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

1 stop28h 00m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 9/3

1 stop40h 00m

$1,108

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

2 stops24h 00m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 9/3

2 stops20h 10m

$1,116

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Thu 8/29

1 stop22h 05m

Busan Gimhae

Mon 9/2

1 stop19h 50m

$1,163

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Tue 8/6

1 stop26h 50m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 8/13

1 stop28h 35m

$1,735

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Fri 8/2

1 stop15h 45m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 8/14

2 stops25h 39m

$1,743

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Fri 8/2

1 stop15h 45m

Busan Gimhae

Thu 8/15

1 stop18h 25m

$1,811

San FranciscoBusan Gimhae

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Sun 8/4

2 stops40h 15m

Busan Gimhae

Sun 8/18

1 stop24h 40m

$1,835

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Busan?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Busan. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Busan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Busan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Busan. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Temperature and rainfall in Busan by month

Plan your trip to Busan by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

PUS

Temperature

39.2 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Busan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Busan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Busan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Busan. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, China Airlines and Philippine Airlines from San Francisco to Busan have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This particular Delta Air Lines flight may not have met your expectations in terms of the food served on board. It appears that the portions were smaller than anticipated and the side dishes were minimal- no salad, no bread rolls, no fruits. Perhaps there are ways in which the airline could improve the dining experience for their passengers. Why can't Delta offer better customer service when other non American airlines are able to do it?

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This particular Delta Air Lines flight may not have met your expectations in terms of the food served on board. It appears that the portions were smaller than anticipated and the side dishes were minimal- no salad, no bread rolls, no fruits. Perhaps there are ways in which the airline could improve the dining experience for their passengers. Why can't Delta offer better customer service when other non American airlines are able to do it?

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
562 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This particular Delta Air Lines flight may not have met your expectations in terms of the food served on board. It appears that the portions were smaller than anticipated and the side dishes were minimal- no salad, no bread rolls, no fruits. Perhaps there are ways in which the airline could improve the dining experience for their passengers. Why can't Delta offer better customer service when other non American airlines are able to do it?

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This particular Delta Air Lines flight may not have met your expectations in terms of the food served on board. It appears that the portions were smaller than anticipated and the side dishes were minimal- no salad, no bread rolls, no fruits. Perhaps there are ways in which the airline could improve the dining experience for their passengers. Why can't Delta offer better customer service when other non American airlines are able to do it?

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,419 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This particular Delta Air Lines flight may not have met your expectations in terms of the food served on board. It appears that the portions were smaller than anticipated and the side dishes were minimal- no salad, no bread rolls, no fruits. Perhaps there are ways in which the airline could improve the dining experience for their passengers. Why can't Delta offer better customer service when other non American airlines are able to do it?

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This particular Delta Air Lines flight may not have met your expectations in terms of the food served on board. It appears that the portions were smaller than anticipated and the side dishes were minimal- no salad, no bread rolls, no fruits. Perhaps there are ways in which the airline could improve the dining experience for their passengers. Why can't Delta offer better customer service when other non American airlines are able to do it?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Busan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Busan for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Busan for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,010, but on average you can expect to pay $1,239.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Busan round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Busan is China Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,070 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Philippine Airlines and Asiana Airlines, starting at $1,108 and $1,116 round-trip. China Airlines is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Busan one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $484. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Airlines and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Busan for a low price.

  • What does SFO to PUS mean?

    SFO and PUS are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to PUS refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Busan Gimhae Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Busan that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Busan flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Busan with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Busan flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Busan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Busan flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Busan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Busan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Busan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Busan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Busan that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Busan offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Busan?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Busan flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Busan flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Busan flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Busan?

    Consider China Airlines, Delta or Korean Air when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Busan.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Busan?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Busan (average of $894). Flying from San Francisco to Busan in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Busan

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Busan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,231Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$1,342Average$1,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,640Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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