San Francisco from Providence, 14 – 21 Nov: £2,096 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Southwest return at $479 per person, $99 below the highest fare we saw
- Chelsea Inn in the Marina, 8.2 from 1,883 reviews, free cancellation
- Golden Gate walk to Sausalito, the Alcatraz ferry and Muir Woods redwoods
The catch: The Southwest flight has a stop and takes 8h 45m outbound, November brings drizzle and rainy days, and a hold bag is about $140 for two.
Worth it if you want a week of city walks, food and redwoods in jumper weather; skip it if you need a direct flight or sunshine.
Worth it if you're fine with a stop and some November drizzle. The total for two is $2,777: Southwest flights at $958 plus 7 nights at Chelsea Inn at $1,595 and its $224 in property fees, with taxes and fees included, but not a hold bag or spending money. You leave on Saturday, Nov 14 at 3:35 PM with one stop on the way out and return on Saturday, Nov 21, 2026.
The total, before you go
£2,096 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £723 |
| Chelsea Inn, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £1,204 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £169 |
| The total, before you go | £2,096 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£75 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on Southwest, £106 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£362 per person, return
£723 for two, taxes and fees included · Southwest · 1 stop · 8h 45m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 3:35 PM – Sat, Nov 14, 9:20 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest | £362 | 1 stop | 8h 45m |
| JetBlue | £391 | 2 stops | 29h 5m |
| United. Operated by Mesa Airlines DBA United Express | £393 | 1 stop | 8h 37m |
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026, 20:31 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $479 per person, the Southwest fare we found is $99 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, which works out to 17% under it. Add Chelsea Inn and its $224 in property fees, and the week comes to $2,777 for two before you go. Mid-November isn't the city's warm spell (that's September and October), so plan for highs of 58–62°F and lows near 50°F. The normals show drizzle on Nov 14 and Nov 18 and rain on Nov 20. That's still good weather for walking the hills, riding the cable cars and eating your way through Chinatown and the Mission. Seven nights leaves room for Alcatraz, Muir Woods and a slow day in Sausalito, and all three hotels we picked offer free cancellation. Prices are as we found them when we checked, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city-and-food week at an easy pace, for a couple or two friends. Think hills, bay views, cable cars and long meals, plus a day trip out to the redwoods. Pack layers, not swimwear. It suits walkers and food lovers who like a bit of history and don't mind grey skies. If you're after time on the beach, it's not the right fit.
Weather in San Francisco, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 58–62°F, lows near 50°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 62 °F | 51 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun 15 Nov | 61 °F | 51 °F | Clear |
| Mon 16 Nov | 61 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 17 Nov | 60 °F | 48 °F | Overcast |
| Wed 18 Nov | 58 °F | 51 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu 19 Nov | 59 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 20 Nov | 61 °F | 49 °F | Rain |
| Sat 21 Nov | 62 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in San Francisco
Our pick for value is Chelsea Inn: $1,595 for 7 nights ($228 a night) in the Marina District, rated 8.2 from 1,883 reviews. Its $224 in property fees are already counted in the total. Marina / Cow Hollow puts you near the Golden Gate and Crissy Field, which is handy for the bridge walk. The top-rated option is Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco, a 5-star in the Financial District. It's $7,408 for the stay ($1,058 a night), rated 8.5 from 404 reviews, plus $1,117 in fees paid at the property. For a tighter budget, Casa Loma Hotel is $784 for the stay ($112 a night), rated 7.1 from 556 reviews, plus $110 in property fees. All three are room only, and all three offer free cancellation.
Chelsea Inn
£1,204 for 7 nights, two guests · £172 a night
See roomsPalace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
£5,592 for 7 nights, two guests · £799 a night
See roomsCasa Loma Hotel
£592 for 7 nights, two guests · £85 a night
See roomsAll hotels in San Francisco for these dates
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Where in San Francisco
- Union Square: Central hotels with cable cars and shopping at the door.
- Fisherman's Wharf / North Beach: Waterfront, Alcatraz ferries and Italian cafes.
- Nob Hill: Grand historic hotels with bay views.
- The Mission: Murals, taquerias and the sunniest weather in town.
- Marina / Cow Hollow: Boutique inns near the Golden Gate and Crissy Field.
What to do in San Francisco
- Walk or cycle across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito
- Take the ferry to Alcatraz
- Ride a cable car over Nob Hill
- Eat dim sum in Chinatown and burritos in the Mission
- See the redwoods at Muir Woods
- Watch the sea lions at Pier 39
Also worth it
- Walk or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito
Tours and tickets in San Francisco
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Providence | Rhode Island T. F. Green International (PVD) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), San José Mineta International (SJC) |
| Flight time | 8h 45m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 2,682 miles each way |
| Time difference | -3 hours |
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What 7 nights in San Francisco costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £723 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Chelsea Inn) | £1,204 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £2,008 |
| Total for two | £3,935 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Providence to San Francisco
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £362 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £362 (16 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Francisco.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, and the currency is the US dollar.
- San Francisco is 3 hours behind Providence.
- The outbound Southwest flight leaves PVD at 3:35 PM and lands at SFO at 9:20 PM, 8h 45m with one stop.
- A hold bag is about $140 for two and isn't in the $2,777 total.
- Typical highs are 58–62°F and lows near 50°F, with drizzle and rainy days in the normals.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a stop and some drizzle don't bother you. The fare is $479 per person, $99 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, and Chelsea Inn is rated 8.2 with free cancellation. If you need a direct flight or warm weather, skip it.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$2,777 all in: $958 for two Southwest return flights plus $1,595 for 7 nights at Chelsea Inn and its $224 property fees, taxes and fees included. A hold bag, about $140 for two, and spending money aren't included.
What is the weather like?
Cool and often grey. Typical highs are 58–62°F with lows near 50°F. The normals show drizzle on Nov 14 and Nov 18, rain on Nov 20, and mostly overcast skies on the other days, with one clear day on Nov 15.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Providence, and you'll pay in US dollars.
Is 7 nights enough?
It's a comfortable week. You'll have time for the Golden Gate walk to Sausalito, Alcatraz, a cable car over Nob Hill, Muir Woods and food days in Chinatown and the Mission, plus room for a rainy afternoon.
Which airport do I fly into?
The Southwest flight we found goes from Rhode Island T. F. Green International (PVD) to San Francisco International (SFO). Oakland International (OAK) and San José Mineta International (SJC) also serve the area.
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