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$84+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHL
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 December 23, 2024.

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$84
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:36 pmOAK - PHL
1 stop16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/28:29 amPHL - OAK
1 stop15h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:00 amSFO - PHL
1 stop20h 09mFrontier
Mon 1/67:30 amPHL - SFO
1 stop17h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$329
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2411:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/129:53 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:41 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/313:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$374
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2612:40 pmSJC - PHL
1 stop13h 29mFrontier
Fri 1/37:45 amPHL - SJC
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:00 amSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Wed 1/81:11 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop10h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/22$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:55 amSJC - PHL
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Tue 12/312:45 pmPHL - SJC
1 stop9h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/22$417
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2912:31 pmSJC - PHL
1 stop13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/13:29 pmPHL - SJC
2 stops19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$428
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:08 pmOAK - PHL
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Tue 1/72:55 pmPHL - OAK
2 stops12h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/22$477
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Mon 12/236:07 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop14h 33mSun Country Air
Tue 12/3111:56 amPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/22$490
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:35 amSJC - PHL
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Sun 1/126:15 amPHL - SJC
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$493
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:00 amSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/812:44 pmPHL - SFO
2 stops13h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$527

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Fri 2/28

9:18 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop12h 58m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/3

7:45 am-4:46 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$169

OaklandPhiladelphia

OAK - PHL

OAKPHL

Oakland

Wed 1/22

7:02 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 1/29

6:15 am-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$171

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Fri 2/21

9:18 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop12h 58m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/24

5:15 pm-6:38 am

1 stop16h 23m

$184

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Thu 1/23

6:40 am-6:14 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/27

3:55 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$276

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Fri 2/14

7:30 am-3:41 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/17

7:15 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop6h 37m

$289

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

11:54 pm-11:11 am

1 stop8h 17m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/7

8:25 pm-7:42 am

1 stop14h 17m

$298

Santa RosaPhiladelphia

STS - PHL

STSPHL

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Mon 1/6

12:32 pm-3:26 pm

2 stops23h 54m

Philadelphia

Fri 1/10

6:15 am-1:12 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$298

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

6:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/27

6:24 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop6h 26m

$299

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

12:40 am-10:42 am

1 stop7h 02m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/17

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$308

OaklandPhiladelphia

OAK - PHL

OAKPHL

Oakland

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/27

6:40 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from XIH to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from zzXIH to PHL are scheduled on a Sunday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,263 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia.

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

    Flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia have been viewed 14 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $115 and $138, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia?

    While some choose either Oakland - Philadelphia or San Jose - Philadelphia, San Francisco - Philadelphia is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia consider choosing Qantas Airways (96%), China Southern (95%) or Aer Lingus (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia is generally $1,324, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $167. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $195 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$153Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$186Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$215Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$275Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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