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$29+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PHX
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
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The best prices from San Diego to Phoenix are usually found in January or April, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Phoenix (PH1). 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.

Round-trip from

$60
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$29
(Frontier)

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Average price

$169
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

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Mon 12/309:50 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Mon 1/68:40 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$101
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:30 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/86:15 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/317:16 pmSAN - PHX
3 stops15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/71:19 amPHX - SAN
2 stops13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/318:35 amSAN - PHX
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/87:00 amPHX - SAN
2 stops8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$331
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.
Tue 12/315:10 pmSAN - PHX
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Wed 1/18:30 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/22$336
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/308:55 pmSAN - PHX
1 stop17h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/66:10 amPHX - SAN
2 stops16h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$527
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.
Sun 12/228:25 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Thu 1/28:45 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$549

Find flights from San Diego to Phoenix within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 December 23, 2024.

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 1/7

3:51 pm-6:12 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 1/13

7:25 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$60

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Sat 1/25

6:33 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 1/27

11:56 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$66

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Fri 1/10

6:15 am-11:01 am

1 stop3h 46m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 1/13

11:56 am-10:18 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$92

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 1/22

4:30 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/25

7:48 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$139

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 1/8

6:40 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/8

12:25 pm-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$173

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 2/3

10:15 am-6:56 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 2/5

2:34 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$202

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Sat 1/25

4:27 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/28

6:40 am-3:17 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$217

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Fri 3/7

4:04 pm-12:23 am

1 stop7h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/11

5:15 am-10:04 am

1 stop4h 49m

$277

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 1/9

1:47 pm-4:11 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$29

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 2/20

6:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 25m

$38

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Phoenix

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Phoenix

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Phoenix including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 74 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 San Diego to Phoenix?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 23, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Phoenix at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Phoenix?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to PH1 are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier from San Diego to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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 Diego to Phoenix. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Phoenix?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Phoenix. 6 airlines have flights from San Diego to Phoenix on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Phoenix should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 17 outbound flights to Phoenix per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Phoenix round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Phoenix, with prices starting at $60. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $94 and $139, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $29. Spirit Airlines flights start at $38 while deals on American Airlines start at $70 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Phoenix?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Phoenix are Alaska Airlines (88%), American Airlines (86%) and British Airways (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Phoenix?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $35. While the most popular route (San Diego - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $59 on average our data indicates $527 when flying from San Diego to Phoenix.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Phoenix that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Phoenix?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Phoenix?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Phoenix?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from San Diego 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Phoenix

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$133Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$142Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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