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$53+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to San Francisco (SFO)

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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SFO
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The best prices from Phoenix to San Francisco are usually found in April or September, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 febrero 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$106
(Southwest)

One-way from

$53
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$143
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 25, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
mié. 3/268:35 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
mié. 4/25:20 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/25$106
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/257:57 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
mar. 4/17:52 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
Deal found 2/23$116
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
mié. 4/232:04 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 5/46:30 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/24$153
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
mié. 3/125:15 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/266:00 amSFO - PHX
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/24$159
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
sáb. 4/269:00 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 08mHawaiian Airlines
mar. 4/291:46 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/24$164
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
mar. 4/14:02 pmPHX - SFO
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 4/1912:46 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop1h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
mié. 5/285:20 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop4h 29mDelta
sáb. 5/316:00 amSFO - PHX
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 2/25$197

Find flights from Phoenix to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 25, 2025.

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Phoenix

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 3/26

8:35 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 4/2

5:20 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$106

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 3/25

7:57 am-10:12 am

Nonstop2h 15m

San Francisco

mar. 4/1

7:52 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$116

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 4/23

2:04 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

San Francisco

dom. 4/27

6:30 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$153

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 3/12

5:15 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 3/26

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$159

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

sáb. 4/26

9:00 am-11:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

San Francisco

mar. 4/29

1:46 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$164

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 4/1

4:02 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops29h 34m

San Francisco

sáb. 4/19

12:46 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$167

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 4/2

10:20 am-3:09 pm

1 stop4h 49m

San Francisco

mié. 4/9

7:16 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$197

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 3/26

8:35 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$53

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 4/1

7:05 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$59

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 4/22

9:00 am-11:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$69

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Phoenix to San Francisco

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Phoenix to San Francisco is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Phoenix to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Phoenix to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 82% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to San Francisco. 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 febrero 25, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

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 febrero 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Phoenix to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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
4,374 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,712 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,165 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,312 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,733 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco from Phoenix?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Phoenix to San Francisco. 5 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Phoenix on a regular basis. Booking flights from Phoenix to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 28 inbound flights from Phoenix per day.

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

    Currently priced at $106, Southwest will fly you from Phoenix to San Francisco and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $116 and $153, respectively. Southwest is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Phoenix to San Francisco are Southwest ($53), Frontier ($59), and Alaska Airlines ($69).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco consider choosing SWISS (92%), Air China (89%) or Lufthansa (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Phoenix to San Francisco is $38. On average you can expect to pay $950. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $120.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Phoenix to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 5 airlines flying from Phoenix to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix to San Francisco. 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 febrero 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$35Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$82Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$130Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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