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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Boston (SFO-BOS)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from San Francisco to Boston currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Boston

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21:25 - 06:02SFO-BOS
5h 37mdirect
21:15 - 00:45BOS-SFO
6h 30mdirect
$299JetBlue
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Wed, 14 Aug - Wed, 28 Aug
21:25 - 06:02SFO-BOS
5h 37mdirect
10:06 - 19:26BOS-SFO
12h 20m1 stop
$312JetBlue
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Wed, 14 Aug - Wed, 28 Aug
07:00 - 15:47SFO-BOS
5h 47mdirect
18:59 - 22:55BOS-SFO
6h 56mdirect
$326Delta
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Thu, 15 Aug - Wed, 21 Aug
13:00 - 21:51SFO-BOS
5h 51mdirect
18:59 - 22:55BOS-SFO
6h 56mdirect
$335Delta
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Wed, 14 Aug - Wed, 21 Aug
15:00 - 23:41SFO-BOS
5h 41mdirect
21:15 - 00:45BOS-SFO
6h 30mdirect
$339JetBlue
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Tue, 6 Aug - Mon, 19 Aug
07:40 - 16:26SFO-BOS
5h 46mdirect
18:30 - 22:05BOS-SFO
6h 35mdirect
$423Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 14 Sep - Wed, 18 Sep
20:59 - 05:35SFO-BOS
5h 36mdirect
18:30 - 22:05BOS-SFO
6h 35mdirect
$429Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 7 Aug - Wed, 21 Aug
18:00 - 23:56SFO-BOS
26h 56m1 stop
06:15 - 10:31BOS-SFO
31h 16m1 stop
$473Sun Country Air
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Thu, 11 Jul - Sat, 13 Jul
17:45 - 23:16SFO-BOS
26h 31m1 stop
06:00 - 08:18BOS-SFO
29h 18m1 stop
$488Sun Country Air
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Tue, 9 Jul - Thu, 11 Jul
00:45 - 12:38SFO-BOS
8h 53m1 stop
06:00 - 09:32BOS-SFO
6h 32mdirect
$595United Airlines
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Mon, 5 Aug - Mon, 19 Aug
15:00 - 23:41SFO-BOS
5h 41mdirect
$150JetBlue
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Tue, 6 Aug
15:40 - 05:40SFO-BOS
11h 00m1 stop
$164Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 23 Jul
15:00 - 23:41SFO-BOS
5h 41mdirect
$177JetBlue
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Mon, 29 Jul
20:59 - 05:35SFO-BOS
5h 36mdirect
$186Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 15 Jul
07:00 - 15:37SFO-BOS
5h 37mdirect
$192Delta
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Sat, 21 Sep
21:49 - 06:35SFO-BOS
5h 46mdirect
$201Delta
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Mon, 15 Jul
00:25 - 23:56SFO-BOS
20h 31m1 stop
$245Sun Country Air
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Thu, 11 Jul
17:55 - 23:46SFO-BOS
26h 51m1 stop
$260Sun Country Air
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Thu, 4 Jul
22:40 - 09:22SFO-BOS
7h 42m1 stop
$266United Airlines
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Sun, 28 Jul
05:00 - 22:36SFO-BOS
14h 36m2 stops
$273United Airlines
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Wed, 4 Sep
22:50 - 07:47SFO-BOS
5h 57mdirect
06:05 - 12:56BOS-SFO
9h 51m1 stop
$599JetBlue
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Tue, 21 May - Tue, 4 Jun
22:14 - 09:28SFO-BOS
8h 14m1 stop
06:05 - 12:56BOS-SFO
9h 51m1 stop
$614JetBlue
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Tue, 21 May - Tue, 4 Jun
22:50 - 07:47SFO-BOS
5h 57mdirect
21:05 - 00:31BOS-SFO
6h 26mdirect
$617JetBlue
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Tue, 21 May - Tue, 4 Jun
22:50 - 07:47SFO-BOS
5h 57mdirect
21:05 - 00:31BOS-SFO
6h 26mdirect
$631JetBlue
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Tue, 21 May - Tue, 28 May
19:55 - 07:30SFO-BOS
8h 35m1 stop
18:10 - 22:00BOS-SFO
6h 50mdirect
$644Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Wed, 29 May
16:00 - 05:30SFO-BOS
10h 30m1 stop
08:45 - 12:20BOS-SFO
6h 35mdirect
$659Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Mon, 27 May
22:05 - 06:57SFO-BOS
5h 52mdirect
17:10 - 21:05BOS-SFO
6h 55mdirect
$661Delta
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Mon, 20 May - Tue, 28 May
00:40 - 10:50SFO-BOS
7h 10m1 stop
07:35 - 11:20BOS-SFO
6h 45mdirect
$724Delta
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Mon, 20 May - Tue, 4 Jun
00:09 - 10:38SFO-BOS
7h 29m1 stop
10:10 - 16:28BOS-SFO
9h 18m1 stop
$796United Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Tue, 4 Jun
00:09 - 10:38SFO-BOS
7h 29m1 stop
07:45 - 11:13BOS-SFO
6h 28mdirect
$841United Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Thu, 23 May
21:25 - 06:02SFO-BOS
5h 37mdirect
21:15 - 00:45BOS-SFO
6h 30mdirect
$299JetBlue
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Wed, 14 Aug - Wed, 28 Aug
15:00 - 23:41SFO-BOS
5h 41mdirect
21:15 - 00:45BOS-SFO
6h 30mdirect
$339JetBlue
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Tue, 6 Aug - Mon, 19 Aug
13:25 - 22:06SFO-BOS
5h 41mdirect
05:59 - 09:28BOS-SFO
6h 29mdirect
$353JetBlue
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Fri, 5 Jul - Fri, 19 Jul
21:49 - 06:35SFO-BOS
5h 46mdirect
20:55 - 00:47BOS-SFO
6h 52mdirect
$356Delta
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Mon, 22 Jul - Sat, 27 Jul
21:49 - 06:35SFO-BOS
5h 46mdirect
20:55 - 00:47BOS-SFO
6h 52mdirect
$365Delta
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Mon, 15 Jul - Sat, 20 Jul
13:10 - 21:54SFO-BOS
5h 44mdirect
21:15 - 00:54BOS-SFO
6h 39mdirect
$366JetBlue
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Tue, 24 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct
07:40 - 16:26SFO-BOS
5h 46mdirect
18:30 - 22:05BOS-SFO
6h 35mdirect
$371Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 25 Sep - Wed, 25 Sep
07:40 - 16:26SFO-BOS
5h 46mdirect
18:30 - 22:05BOS-SFO
6h 35mdirect
$423Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 14 Sep - Wed, 18 Sep
23:25 - 08:17SFO-BOS
5h 52mdirect
06:00 - 09:27BOS-SFO
6h 27mdirect
$926United Airlines
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Mon, 24 Jun - Sat, 6 Jul
21:19 - 06:02SFO-BOS
5h 43mdirect
06:00 - 09:27BOS-SFO
6h 27mdirect
$931United Airlines
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Sun, 30 Jun - Tue, 9 Jul

Flights from San Francisco to Boston - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Boston to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Boston is February, where tickets cost $398 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $722 and $703 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Boston, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 43 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Boston?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from San Francisco to Boston found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $299 on JetBlue, followed by Delta ($326). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $150 on JetBlue and from $164 on Alaska Airlines.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and Boston?

JetBlue (6 flights per day), Delta (5 flights per day), and Alaska Airlines (4 flights per day) are the most frequent flyers of this route.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Boston per day?

Each day, there are between 19 and 23 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Boston, with an average flight time of 5h 47m. The most common departure time is 07:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 144 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Boston?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Boston take?

Direct flights cover the 6,981 km separating San Francisco and Boston in about 5h 33m.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Boston?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 07:00 and will be landing in Boston at 15:45.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Boston?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Boston jets off at 23:59 and lands at 08:42.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$150
Best time to beat the crowds (21% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (22% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Boston

When to book flights from San Francisco to Boston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Boston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Boston

  • What are some good hotels near Logan International Airport?

    The Embassy Suites by Hilton is a solid choice that is only a 5-minute drive from Logan International Airport and a 15-minute drive from the popular Museum of Fine Arts. The Westin Boston Waterfront is a 4-star choice that is a 10-minute drive from the airport and a 5-minute walk from the waterfront.

  • Does Logan International Airport have pet relief areas?

    If you are traveling with a pet or service animal, make sure to let them relieve themselves after you have arrived at Logan International Airport. There is a pet relief area conveniently located outside of every Arrivals terminal, and travelers can get complimentary waste bags at each location.

  • What are some good dining options in San Jose Mineta International Airport?

    If you would like to grab a bite to eat before your flight takes off, make sure to browse through the different dining options at San Jose Mineta International Airport. Flames Eatery and Bar is a casual restaurant that is located in Terminal B and serves American-style meals, while Gordon Biersch Brewing Company is known for having an impressive craft beer selection. Jamba Juice and Peet’s Coffee and Tea are both convenient choices for travelers short on time that would like to purchase to-go items.

  • Does Logan International Airport have a prayer room?

    Logan International Airport is home to the Our Lady of the Airways Chapel that is located between Terminals B and C and is open to all travelers. The Chapel hosts Mass on Sundays and can be used for individual prayer when a ceremony is not occurring.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Boston?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Boston was $100 for a one-way ticket and $199 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Boston?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Boston, also known as Boston Logan Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Boston?

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Boston?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Boston?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Boston, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Boston?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Boston on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Boston?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Boston.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Boston?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Boston?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Boston with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Boston from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Boston

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $422 or less one-way and $619 or less round-trip.
  • If you are interested in flights from San Francisco to Boston, there are three different airports that you can choose to fly out of. While San Francisco International Airport is the largest airport in the region and is closest to the city center, Oakland International Airport is another popular choice. San Jose Mineta International Airport is also a convenient option for anyone located south of San Francisco.
  • For those that would like a direct flight from San Francisco to Boston, consider booking your ticket with either JetBlue or Delta, as these companies are known for providing above-average legroom. If you are willing to have a connecting flight, consider booking with Southwest Airlines, as they allow travelers to check up to two bags for free.
  • To have a bit of extra help navigating San Francisco International Airport, look into hiring an Airport Butler. Airport Butlers are meant to provide assistance with carrying bags, checking in, finding your gate, and even personal shopping. They can be booked ahead of time through the airport’s website or directly at the check-in area.
  • Do you find flying to be stressful? Make sure to keep your eyes open for the San Francisco International Airport Wag Brigade. The Wag Brigade is made up of several trained dogs and a Juliana-breed pig, and they travel throughout the different terminals to say hi to travelers and relieve stress before boarding flights.
  • If you have some extra time to kill before your flight, consider purchasing an access pass for the Escape Lounge located in Oakland International Airport. This lounge is available to travelers from all airlines and provides complimentary snacks, access to televisions, and high-speed WiFi.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Boston Logan Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Logan Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Boston Logan Intl

Monday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +20 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +21 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +20 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air China, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +21 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +18 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +22 more

ANA, Air China, +23 more

Sunday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +20 more

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Direct returns

Boston Logan Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +18 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +19 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air China, +21 more

Thursday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Friday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +18 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +19 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +20 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +21 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Boston found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/8Tue
directJetBlue
5h 41mSFO-BOS
$150
23/7Tue
1 stopAlaska Airlines
11h 00mSFO-BOS
$164
29/7Mon
directJetBlue
5h 41mSFO-BOS
$177
15/7Mon
directAlaska Airlines
5h 36mSFO-BOS
$186
21/9Sat
directDelta
5h 37mSFO-BOS
$192
15/7Mon
directDelta
5h 46mSFO-BOS
$201
11/7Thu
1 stopSun Country Air
20h 31mSFO-BOS
$245
4/7Thu
1 stopSun Country Air
26h 51mSFO-BOS
$260
28/7Sun
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 42mSFO-BOS
$266
4/9Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
14h 36mSFO-BOS
$273

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Boston

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Boston that are departing in the next 10 days.
21/5Tue
directJetBlue
5h 57mSFO-BOS
4/6Tue
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 51mBOS-SFO
$599
21/5Tue
multi-stopJetBlue
8h 14mSFO-BOS
4/6Tue
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 51mBOS-SFO
$614
21/5Tue
directJetBlue
5h 57mSFO-BOS
4/6Tue
directJetBlue
6h 26mBOS-SFO
$617
21/5Tue
directJetBlue
5h 57mSFO-BOS
28/5Tue
directJetBlue
6h 26mBOS-SFO
$631
20/5Mon
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
8h 35mSFO-BOS
29/5Wed
directAlaska Airlines
6h 50mBOS-SFO
$644
20/5Mon
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 30mSFO-BOS
27/5Mon
directAlaska Airlines
6h 35mBOS-SFO
$659
20/5Mon
directDelta
5h 52mSFO-BOS
28/5Tue
directDelta
6h 55mBOS-SFO
$661
20/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
7h 10mSFO-BOS
4/6Tue
directDelta
6h 45mBOS-SFO
$724
20/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 29mSFO-BOS
4/6Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 18mBOS-SFO
$796
20/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 29mSFO-BOS
23/5Thu
directUnited Airlines
6h 28mBOS-SFO
$841

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Destination:

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