Direct (nonstop) flights from Burbank to San Francisco

3 airlines fly nonstop from Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR) to San Francisco International (SFO). It's 326 miles (525 km), about 1h 31m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

BUR
Burbank Glendale Pasadena
🇺🇸 Burbank, USA
SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
Flight Time
1h 31m
Distance
326 mi
525 km
CO₂/pax
60 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines United Airlines United Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
BUR → SFO
Flight Time
1h 31m
Distance
326 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
BUR → SFO
Flight Time
1h 31m
Distance
326 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
BUR → SFO
Flight Time
1h 31m
Distance
326 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Burbank to San Francisco with one stop · direct emits 60 kg CO₂ per passenger

BUR SMF (Sacramento) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 25m (359 mi) Leg 2: 1h 7m (86 mi) Total: ~2h 32m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUR → SMF
1h 25m · 359 mi
View BUR to SMF flights →
Leg 2
SMF → SFO
1h 7m · 86 mi
View SMF to SFO flights →
BUR RNO (Reno) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 25m (374 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (192 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUR → RNO
1h 25m · 374 mi
View BUR to RNO flights →
Leg 2
RNO → SFO
1h 18m · 192 mi
View RNO to SFO flights →
BUR LAS (Las Vegas) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (223 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (414 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUR → LAS
1h 10m · 223 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → SFO
1h 43m · 414 mi
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BUR ACV (Arcata) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 55m (564 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (249 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+192% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUR → ACV
1h 55m · 564 mi
View BUR to ACV flights →
Leg 2
ACV → SFO
1h 19m · 249 mi
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BUR PHX (Phoenix) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 37m (369 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (652 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUR → PHX
1h 37m · 369 mi
View BUR to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → SFO
2h 8m · 652 mi
View PHX to SFO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Burbank (BUR) to San Francisco (SFO) takes approximately 1 hours and 31 minutes. The distance is 326 miles (525 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Burbank to San Francisco?

3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Burbank to San Francisco?

Yes. 3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Burbank from San Francisco?

The flight distance from Burbank to San Francisco is 326 miles (525 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Burbank to San Francisco?

At 1h 31m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 60 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 300 km.

Is the return flight from San Francisco to Burbank 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 Burbank 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 Burbank Glendale Pasadena for this flight?

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