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$104+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Round-trip from

$209
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$104
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$458
From San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:00 amSJC - PHL
1 stop20h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/306:12 pmPHL - SJC
2 stops18h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$209
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/146:00 amOAK - PHL
1 stop8h 27mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/186:22 pmPHL - OAK
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/19:20 amSJC - PHL
1 stop11h 05mSouthwest
Fri 7/43:50 pmPHL - SJC
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 6/306:24 pmSJC - PHL
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/412:19 pmPHL - SJC
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2610:55 pmSJC - PHL
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Wed 7/306:55 pmPHL - SJC
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/10$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:00 pmSJC - PHL
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Thu 7/177:19 amPHL - SJC
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1510:35 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/278:14 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/85:45 amSFO - PHL
1 stop21h 04mFrontier
Sun 8/107:19 amPHL - SFO
1 stop27h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$292
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/136:09 pmOAK - PHL
1 stop14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/216:22 pmPHL - OAK
1 stop8h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1112:40 amSFO - PHL
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Wed 8/276:00 amPHL - SFO
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/10$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1311:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/216:30 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/284:39 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/47:00 amPHL - SFO
2 stops27h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$300

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-5:44 am

1 stop20h 44m

Philadelphia

Mon 6/30

6:12 pm-10:06 am

2 stops18h 54m

$209

OaklandPhiladelphia

OAK - PHL

OAKPHL

Oakland

Mon 7/14

6:00 am-5:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/18

6:22 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$218

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Tue 7/1

9:20 am-11:25 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/4

3:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$238

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Mon 6/30

6:24 pm-5:37 am

1 stop8h 13m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/4

12:19 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$242

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Sat 7/26

10:55 pm-8:45 am

1 stop6h 50m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/30

6:55 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$277

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Thu 7/10

7:00 pm-5:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/17

7:19 am-6:04 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$288

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

10:35 am-7:08 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/27

8:14 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$289

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

5:45 am-5:49 am

1 stop21h 04m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/10

7:19 am-7:41 am

1 stop27h 22m

$292

OaklandPhiladelphia

OAK - PHL

OAKPHL

Oakland

Sun 7/13

6:09 pm-11:16 am

1 stop14h 07m

Philadelphia

Mon 7/21

6:22 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$296

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:40 am-10:37 am

1 stop6h 57m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$297

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 XIH to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 12, 2025.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to PHL are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia.

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

    Flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia have been viewed 19 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $104 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $109 and $126, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Oakland - Philadelphia or San Jose - Philadelphia, San Francisco - Philadelphia is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia consider choosing Air China (100%), Virgin Australia (92%) or United Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia is generally $1,299, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $147. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $247 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Philadelphia.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$99Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$215Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$241Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$287Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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