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$28+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SFO
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 November 14, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 12/66:50 amPHX - SJC
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Sun 12/83:58 pmSJC - PHX
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$58
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 12/510:11 pmPHX - SJC
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/93:58 pmSJC - PHX
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$61
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Fri 11/2212:51 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Sun 12/18:51 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$72
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/510:11 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/87:06 pmOAK - PHX
1 stop24h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/13$82
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 12/510:11 pmPHX - SJC
1 stop10h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/91:23 pmSJC - PHX
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/14$83
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:56 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/611:48 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$124
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Thu 12/1210:11 pmPHX - STS
2 stops22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1612:32 pmSTS - PHX
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$146
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Thu 12/511:56 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 08mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1012:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/13$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/148:05 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/154:33 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/175:48 pmPHX - SJC
Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/86:00 amSJC - PHX
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$171
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Thu 12/58:00 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Sat 12/72:25 pmSFO - PHX
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/13$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/147:05 amPHX - OAK
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Sat 12/145:15 pmOAK - PHX
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/13$196

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,728,912 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/6

6:50 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

San Jose

Sun 12/8

3:58 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$58

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/5

10:11 pm-7:46 am

1 stop10h 35m

San Jose

Mon 12/9

3:58 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$61

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 1/26

7:35 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

11:43 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$72

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/5

10:11 pm-9:25 am

1 stop12h 14m

Oakland

Sun 12/8

7:06 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$82

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/5

10:11 pm-7:46 am

1 stop10h 35m

San Jose

Mon 12/9

1:23 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$83

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/4

11:56 am-1:04 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

11:48 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$124

PhoenixSanta Rosa

PHX - STS

PHXSTS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/12

10:11 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops22h 53m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Mon 12/16

12:32 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$146

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/5

11:56 am-1:04 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

12:55 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$159

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 12/14

8:05 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 12/15

4:33 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$162

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/17

5:48 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

San Jose

Wed 1/8

6:00 am-9:01 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$171

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

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Travel insights for flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 PHX to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

When flying from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 November 14, 2024.

The most flights from PH1 to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Bay Area. Reviews last updated November 14, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area 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
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,434 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,787 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,186 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,802 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,046 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

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

    $28 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $35 and $69, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area consider Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco, Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Jose or Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Oakland as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area are Condor (100%), Frontier (96%) and Air China (94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $53. While the most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $57 on average our data indicates $982 when flying from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 7 airlines flying from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 2,728,912 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$35Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$69Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$116Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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