Direct (nonstop) flights from San Francisco to Boston

3 airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco International (SFO) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). It's 2,704 miles (4,351 km), about 5h 50m in the air. Operated by JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines.

SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,704 mi
4,351 km
CO₂/pax
413 kg
−83 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
SFO → BOS
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,704 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
SFO → BOS
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,704 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
SFO → BOS
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,704 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SFO HDN (Hayden) BOS
Leg 1: 2h 33m (838 mi) Leg 2: 3h 56m (1,870 mi) Total: ~6h 29m 🍃 496 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SFO → HDN
2h 33m · 838 mi
View SFO to HDN flights →
Leg 2
HDN → BOS
3h 56m · 1,870 mi
View HDN to BOS flights →
SFO STL (Saint Louis) BOS
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,735 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,046 mi) Total: ~6h 30m 🍃 495 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SFO → STL
3h 55m · 1,735 mi
View SFO to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → BOS
2h 35m · 1,046 mi
View STL to BOS flights →
SFO MDW (Chicago) BOS
Leg 1: 4h 10m (1,855 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (859 mi) Total: ~6h 30m 🍃 498 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SFO → MDW
4h 10m · 1,855 mi
View SFO to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → BOS
2h 20m · 859 mi
View MDW to BOS flights →
SFO MSP (Minneapolis) BOS
Leg 1: 3h 42m (1,590 mi) Leg 2: 2h 52m (1,122 mi) Total: ~6h 34m 🍃 484 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SFO → MSP
3h 42m · 1,590 mi
View SFO to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → BOS
2h 52m · 1,122 mi
View MSP to BOS flights →
SFO DTW (Detroit) BOS
Leg 1: 4h 39m (2,079 mi) Leg 2: 1h 56m (631 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 493 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SFO → DTW
4h 39m · 2,079 mi
View SFO to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → BOS
1h 56m · 631 mi
View DTW to BOS flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Boston (BOS) takes approximately 5 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 2,704 miles (4,351 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Boston?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Boston?

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

How far is San Francisco from Boston?

The flight distance from San Francisco to Boston 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 San Francisco to Boston?

At 5h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Boston to San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Boston?

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 San Francisco International for this flight?

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