Direct (nonstop) flights from Arcata to San Francisco

1 airline flys nonstop from Arcata (ACV) to San Francisco International (SFO). It's 249 miles (400 km), about 1h 19m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

ACV
Arcata
🇺🇸 Arcata, USA
SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
Flight Time
1h 19m
Distance
249 mi
400 km
CO₂/pax
46 kg
−143 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
ACV → SFO
Flight Time
1h 19m
Distance
249 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Arcata to San Francisco with one stop · direct emits 46 kg CO₂ per passenger

ACV BUR (Burbank) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 45m (564 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (326 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+311% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACV → BUR
1h 45m · 564 mi
View ACV to BUR flights →
Leg 2
BUR → SFO
1h 31m · 326 mi
View BUR to SFO flights →
ACV LAX (Los Angeles) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 3m (577 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (337 mi) Total: ~3h 32m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+322% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACV → LAX
2h 3m · 577 mi
View ACV to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → SFO
1h 29m · 337 mi
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ACV LAS (Las Vegas) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (590 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (414 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+359% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACV → LAS
1h 50m · 590 mi
View ACV to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → SFO
1h 43m · 414 mi
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ACV SEA (Seattle) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 47m (455 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (678 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+409% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACV → SEA
1h 47m · 455 mi
View ACV to SEA flights →
Leg 2
SEA → SFO
2h 18m · 678 mi
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ACV DEN (Denver) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 49m (1,025 mi) Leg 2: 2h 46m (967 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+685% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACV → DEN
2h 49m · 1,025 mi
View ACV to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → SFO
2h 46m · 967 mi
View DEN to SFO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Arcata to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Arcata (ACV) to San Francisco (SFO) takes approximately 1 hours and 19 minutes. The distance is 249 miles (400 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Arcata to San Francisco?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Arcata to San Francisco?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Arcata from San Francisco?

The flight distance from Arcata to San Francisco is 249 miles (400 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Arcata to San Francisco?

At 1h 19m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Arcata to San Francisco?

Roughly 46 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 230 km.

Is the return flight from San Francisco to Arcata also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Arcata to San Francisco?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Arcata for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.