Direct (nonstop) flights from Boston to San Francisco

3 airlines fly nonstop from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to San Francisco International (SFO). It's 2,704 miles (4,351 km), about 6h 45m in the air. Operated by JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines.

BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,704 mi
4,351 km
CO₂/pax
413 kg
−85 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
JetBlue Airways +2
Time Diff
-3h
Operated by JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
BOS → SFO
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,704 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
BOS → SFO
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,704 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
BOS → SFO
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,704 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Boston to San Francisco with one stop · direct emits 413 kg CO₂ per passenger

BOS MDW (Chicago) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 40m (859 mi) Leg 2: 4h 35m (1,855 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 498 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → MDW
2h 40m · 859 mi
View BOS to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → SFO
4h 35m · 1,855 mi
View MDW to SFO flights →
BOS CMH (Columbus) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (639 mi) Leg 2: 5h 7m (2,121 mi) Total: ~7h 27m 🍃 501 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → CMH
2h 20m · 639 mi
View BOS to CMH flights →
Leg 2
CMH → SFO
5h 7m · 2,121 mi
View CMH to SFO flights →
BOS PIT (Pittsburgh) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 59m (496 mi) Leg 2: 5h 28m (2,253 mi) Total: ~7h 27m 🍃 498 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → PIT
1h 59m · 496 mi
View BOS to PIT flights →
Leg 2
PIT → SFO
5h 28m · 2,253 mi
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BOS CLE (Cleveland) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 11m (561 mi) Leg 2: 5h 17m (2,162 mi) Total: ~7h 28m 🍃 494 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → CLE
2h 11m · 561 mi
View BOS to CLE flights →
Leg 2
CLE → SFO
5h 17m · 2,162 mi
View CLE to SFO flights →
BOS DEN (Denver) SFO
Leg 1: 4h 45m (1,753 mi) Leg 2: 2h 46m (967 mi) Total: ~7h 31m 🍃 484 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → DEN
4h 45m · 1,753 mi
View BOS 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 Boston to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Boston (BOS) to San Francisco (SFO) takes approximately 6 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 2,704 miles (4,351 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Boston to San Francisco?

3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Boston to San Francisco?

Yes. 3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines.

How far is Boston from San Francisco?

The flight distance from Boston to San Francisco is 2,704 miles (4,351 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Boston to San Francisco?

At 6h 45m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 413 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,065 km.

Is the return flight from San Francisco to Boston 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 Boston 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 Boston Logan International Airport for this flight?

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