Tempe

$69+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tempe, AZ

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SFO — PHX
may. 25 — jun. 11
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 25, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/185:25 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop4h 49m
Frontier
mié. 5/207:40 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop25h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$166
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/410:26 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 11m
Frontier
dom. 5/102:14 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/46:45 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 12m
Frontier
dom. 6/72:14 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/410:26 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 11m
Frontier
lun. 5/112:14 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$169
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/96:47 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 12m
Frontier
lun. 5/112:14 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/810:40 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop12h 43m
Frontier
lun. 5/119:05 am
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop8h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$171
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/116:45 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 12m
Frontier
mar. 5/122:15 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop6h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/276:45 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 12m
Frontier
sáb. 5/302:14 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/46:45 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 12m
Frontier
lun. 6/811:26 am
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/205:40 am
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
mié. 5/278:40 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/196:00 am
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop17h 29m
Frontier
jue. 5/214:17 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop15h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$176
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/26:20 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop5h 34m
Delta
mié. 6/1012:15 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 4/20$177

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated abril 25, 2026.

Round-trip from

$166
(Super.com)

One-way from

$69
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$269
From San Francisco to Tempe
One-way flight from San Francisco to Tempe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Tempe that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

dom. 5/10

7:15 am-9:23 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 5/20

7:20 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$239

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

mié. 5/27

11:25 am-5:10 pm

2 stops5h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

jue. 5/28

6:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$240

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

vie. 5/8

9:29 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 5/19

1:25 pm-3:34 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$240

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

vie. 7/3

4:48 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

lun. 7/6

10:35 am-3:53 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$246
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

vie. 5/8

7:25 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

lun. 5/11

10:05 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$250

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

dom. 6/21

6:00 am-10:06 am

1 stop4h 06m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

dom. 7/5

7:24 am-9:27 am

Nonstop2h 03m

$265

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

sáb. 5/30

6:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops5h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

dom. 5/31

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop3h 35m

$270

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

vie. 5/29

3:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

sáb. 5/30

10:50 am-5:25 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$276

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

mié. 5/6

12:25 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

vie. 5/8

9:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

$285

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

vie. 6/5

5:30 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

dom. 6/7

9:40 am-11:45 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Tempe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Tempe

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Tempe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 25, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Tempe in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Tempe. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Tempe

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Tempe. 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 abril 25, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to TM9 are scheduled on a Friday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Tempe?

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated abril 25, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to Tempe. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tempe from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tempe should be relatively easy as there are 29 daily outbound flights to Tempe from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Tempe?

    Departing from San Francisco to Tempe will take you 2h 08m. The distance between San Francisco and Tempe is about 650 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $34. Users have also found prices from $45 and $50 on Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

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

    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 San Francisco to Tempe on time: Qantas Airways (98%), Copa Airlines (92%), Qatar Airways (91%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Tempe? While on average our users pay $649, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $62. The most popular route (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), is priced around $72.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Alternative routes for San Francisco to Tempe

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Top 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Tempe

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Tempe. 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 abril 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$60Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$61Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$132Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Allegiant AirCheapest$134Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%

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