Philadelphia

$168+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia (SFO - PHL)

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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHL
Apr 10 — Apr 171
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Philadelphia are usually found in February or April, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 9/212:45 pm
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop11h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/266:45 am
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop10h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9$289
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 5/2210:38 pm
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop10h 12m
Frontier
Mon 5/256:24 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop27h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/16:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop20h 31m
Frontier
Mon 4/68:36 pm
PHL
-
SFO
2 stops27h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$291
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:58 am
SFO
-
PHL
2 stops16h 36m
Frontier
Mon 4/203:41 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 3/11$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/69:06 am
SFO
-
PHL
2 stops17h 25m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:25 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop30h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/79:08 pm
PHL
-
SFO
2 stops43h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$294
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/166:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop20h 31m
Frontier
Mon 3/238:25 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop31h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6$295
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 4/106:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop20h 31m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:25 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop30h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop20h 34m
Frontier
Sun 5/38:36 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop30h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/16:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
2 stops15h 54m
Frontier
Tue 4/78:25 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop31h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7$299
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3010:38 pm
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 21m
Frontier
Mon 4/68:36 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop26h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$300
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 5/156:00 am
SFO
-
PHL
1 stop20h 34m
Frontier
Mon 5/188:25 pm
PHL
-
SFO
1 stop30h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7$301

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 March 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$168
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$396

Good round-trip deal

$365 or less

Good one-way deal

$273 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Philadelphia flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Philadelphia flights.
From San Francisco to Philadelphia
One-way flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia 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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

10:40 pm-8:46 am

1 stop7h 06m

Philadelphia

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 25m

$329

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

9:30 pm-9:58 am

1 stop9h 28m

Philadelphia

Mon 4/27

6:21 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop6h 18m

$339

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

10:30 am-11:55 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/21

2:00 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$339

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

4:40 pm-5:59 am

2 stops10h 19m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/9

7:25 am-12:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$357

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

8:30 pm-10:30 am

2 stops11h 00m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/10

6:45 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$382

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

5:37 pm-5:37 am

1 stop9h 00m

Philadelphia

Fri 5/29

6:12 am-10:24 am

1 stop7h 12m

$382
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

11:20 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop6h 18m

$409

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

10:50 pm-12:17 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

6:12 am-9:30 am

Nonstop6h 18m

$419

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Mon 3/30

11:59 pm-11:43 am

1 stop8h 44m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

6:12 am-9:30 am

Nonstop6h 18m

$419

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

11:05 pm-7:15 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/30

7:45 pm-1:17 am

1 stop8h 32m

$419

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia, you should look to book at least 78 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 Francisco to Philadelphia?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia (average of $119). Flying from San Francisco to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 SFO to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 11, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the afternoon.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Philadelphia flights

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated March 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to Philadelphia. 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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

    Philadelphia is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Philadelphia from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Philadelphia (PHL) should be relatively easy as there are 13 daily flights to Philadelphia from 7 different airlines. 5h 10m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Philadelphia flight route?

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

    Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest can get you from San Francisco to Philadelphia in just under 7h 06m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 19m. The distance from San Francisco to Philadelphia is about 2513 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $128, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and Delta. Frontier is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $56. Users have also found prices from $87 and $133 on Frontier and JetBlue, respectively.

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

    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 Philadelphia on time: Fiji Airways (100%), Air China (94%), Qatar Airways (93%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia is generally $1,111, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $168. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $238 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Most Denver visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Civic Center Park. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Civic Center Park are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Denver Intl for an average daily rate of $42 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Atlanta?

    Most Atlanta visitors opt to spend their time at Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park. Travelers on a layover in Atlanta can visit Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park, by traveling 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 mi, respectively after landing at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $53.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Philadelphia flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia 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 Francisco to Philadelphia?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia (average of $119). Flying from San Francisco to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 San Francisco to Philadelphia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia. 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 March 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$128Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$289Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$348Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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