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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco (PHL - SFO) from $77

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Philadelphia to San Francisco are usually found in September or February, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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$103
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 36% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco at least 26 days early can save you up to 59% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 26 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for as little as $425 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $526 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Philadelphia. Users have commonly found prices around $416 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $188. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco (PHL - SFO)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Philadelphia to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Philadelphia and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 9/66:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/910:45 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$259
Sat 6/17:37 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$269
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1111:57 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$293
Mon 8/266:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/310:45 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$324
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/39:51 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$332
Wed 5/296:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/59:23 amSFO - PHL
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$333
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1110:29 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$334
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/29:51 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$336
Sat 5/48:20 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/116:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$378

  • If you’re traveling from Philadelphia to San Francisco, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $422.80 RT. This price is typically 61% more expensive than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $208. The most popular departure airport in Philadelphia when flying to San Francisco is Philadelphia Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Philadelphia and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 8/216:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2712:35 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$228
Wed 7/316:52 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/611:59 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$311
Thu 5/306:15 amPHL - SFO
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/311:59 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$315
Wed 8/216:38 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/2612:35 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$318
Wed 7/316:52 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/512:45 amSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$320
Sun 8/256:35 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/211:13 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$341
Tue 5/76:20 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/155:47 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$383
Fri 5/36:20 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/1011:55 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$415
Tue 5/76:20 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/1412:09 amSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$421

  • If you’re traveling from Philadelphia to San Francisco, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is United Airlines. Flights from United Airlines traveling this route typically cost $406.66 RT. This price is typically 56% more expensive than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $244. The most popular departure airport in Philadelphia when flying to San Francisco is Philadelphia Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco, United Airlines flights are 1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Philadelphia to San Francisco flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Prices were last updated on April 28, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 5/188:27 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Mon 5/2012:59 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$142
Mon 5/208:26 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Tue 5/2112:59 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$150
Fri 5/171:15 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:07 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$156
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Sat 5/186:34 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$162
Sat 5/1110:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/177:37 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$170
Sat 5/1110:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$175
Mon 5/208:26 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Sat 5/257:47 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop15h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$177
Tue 5/211:15 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop22h 06mFrontier
Tue 5/287:49 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$178
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Tue 5/148:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$179

Philadelphia to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Philadelphia and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 5/188:27 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Mon 5/2012:59 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$142
Mon 5/208:26 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Tue 5/2112:59 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$150
Fri 5/171:15 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:07 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$156
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Sat 5/186:34 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$162
Sat 5/1110:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/177:37 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$170
Sat 5/1110:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$175
Mon 5/208:26 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Sat 5/257:47 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop15h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$177
Tue 5/211:15 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop22h 06mFrontier
Tue 5/287:49 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$178
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Tue 5/148:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$179

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia

Discover non-stop flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Search for alternative flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco by utilizing the search form above.
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/311:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$249
Fri 9/66:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/910:45 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$259
Sat 6/17:37 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$269
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3111:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$274
Wed 5/296:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/311:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$294
Wed 8/216:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/276:29 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$299
Thu 9/123:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/186:29 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$304
Wed 7/316:52 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/611:59 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$311
Fri 5/314:00 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3111:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$319

Philadelphia to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Tue 5/1412:58 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$184
Sat 5/410:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$218
Fri 5/38:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Mon 5/1311:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$220
Fri 5/38:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Fri 5/108:50 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop29h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$223
Fri 5/38:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$224
Fri 5/38:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Wed 5/158:28 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$226
Sat 5/42:27 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Tue 5/148:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$234
Sat 5/42:27 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$239
Fri 5/38:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Mon 5/611:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$241

One-way flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia

Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sat 5/188:27 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$77
Mon 5/208:26 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$85
Fri 5/171:15 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$91
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$95
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$96
Tue 6/46:44 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$100
Sat 5/2512:05 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/26$103
Wed 6/58:30 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$106
Thu 5/302:14 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$109

Find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sat 5/18

1 stop14h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 5/20

1 stop8h 11m

$142

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Mon 5/20

1 stop13h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 5/21

1 stop8h 11m

$150

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Fri 5/17

1 stop13h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 5/18

1 stop13h 58m

$156

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sun 5/12

1 stop24h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 5/18

1 stop7h 31m

$162

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Fri 5/17

1 stop14h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 5/20

1 stop14h 16m

$198

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 8/21

1 stop7h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 8/27

1 stop8h 05m

$228

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sat 5/25

1 stop9h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 6/1

1 stop15h 01m

$236

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sat 8/31

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 9/6

1 stop7h 11m

$256

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Fri 9/6

Nonstop6h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 9/9

Nonstop5h 25m

$259

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When is the best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco is currently $96 while a round-trip flight costs $199. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$306

May

$310

June

$384

July

$368

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$268

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 28, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier from Philadelphia to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,110 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,932 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

JetBlue
7.6
Good
4,582 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco if you want to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco. At least 8 different airlines have flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to San Francisco from the Philadelphia airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PHL to SFO to be around 5h 53m.

  • Can I find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $142, but on average you can expect to pay $178.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco is less than $313.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to San Francisco flight route?

    The Philadelphia to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 31 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How many flights depart from Philadelphia to San Francisco on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 9 flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco a day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 67% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Philadelphia to San Francisco in 14h 43m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. The distance between Philadelphia and San Francisco is about 2529 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $142. This flight start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco one-way?

    $77 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and American Airlines, with prices starting from $103 and $115, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or JetBlue.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco consider choosing Qantas Airways (92%), China Southern (83%) or American Airlines (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,026, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $159. The most popular route (Philadelphia - San Francisco), is priced around $184.

  • What does PHL to SFO mean?

    PHL stands for Philadelphia Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    The most popular layover on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco is Phoenix. Chicago is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Orpheum Theater are the most popular attractions in Phoenix if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace and Orpheum Theater are located about 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.6 mi, respectively from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl for about $60 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Chicago?

    Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and Wrigley Field are the most popular attractions in Chicago if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and Wrigley Field are located about 16.2 mi, 15.5 mi, and 13.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those landing in Chicago looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $56 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to San Francisco flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco is Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Philadelphia to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Philadelphia to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Philadelphia to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Philadelphia to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/27.

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Sun Country AirCheapest$389Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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