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$46+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Phoenix

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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Thu 3/6
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The best prices from Salinas to Phoenix are usually found in August or September, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$81
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$46
(Traveloka)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$206
From Salinas to Phoenix
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1310:10 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Thu 4/174:49 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 21mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$81
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:35 amSFO - PHX
1 stop6h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/78:57 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$130
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Wed 4/236:30 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/298:30 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 4/122:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Wed 4/163:55 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$147
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/111:46 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/139:00 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/22$153
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/294:36 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/27:00 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$154
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/145:55 pmSFO - AZA
2 stops14h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/165:54 pmAZA - SFO
1 stop20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$186
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/112:46 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop1h 56mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/83:22 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/15:20 pmSFO - PHX
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Wed 4/96:20 amPHX - SFO
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/21$197

Find flights from Salinas to Phoenix within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Phoenix 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 February 22, 2025.

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Price

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sun 4/13

10:10 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/17

4:49 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$81

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

7:35 am-2:04 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/7

8:57 pm-12:44 am

1 stop27h 47m

$130

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

6:30 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/29

8:30 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$137

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 4/12

2:55 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/16

3:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$147

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

1:46 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/13

9:00 am-11:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$153

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

4:36 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/2

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$154

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

12:46 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/8

3:22 pm-5:27 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$186

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - AZA

SFOAZA

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

5:55 pm-8:39 am

2 stops14h 44m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Wed 4/16

5:54 pm-2:07 pm

1 stop20h 13m

$186

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

8:30 am-2:24 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/10

6:20 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 50m

$197

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

9:50 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$46

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Phoenix

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 20 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Salinas to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 S9N to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Phoenix as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Phoenix. 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to PH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Salinas to Phoenix, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. 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
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
9,700 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Phoenix one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $46 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $69 and Southwest from $84 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Phoenix?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Salinas to Phoenix on time: SWISS (95%), Air Canada (87%), Virgin Australia (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Phoenix?

    On average you can expect to pay $472 for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix. The cheapest flight overall is $41 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) is currently priced at $57.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Phoenix 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 Salinas to Phoenix?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Salinas to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 Salinas to Phoenix

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Phoenix. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$34Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$84Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$89Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$103Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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