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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (PHL)

SFO — PHL
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$486
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia, you should look to book at least 77 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 Bay Area to Philadelphia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (average of $148). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,038). 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 May 27, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at noon.

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 May 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,640 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

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.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,932 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

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 Bay Area to Philadelphia. 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 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 39 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia will take you 9h 15m. The distance between San Francisco Bay Area and Philadelphia is about 2496 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $74 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $86 and $125, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Philadelphia or Oakland - 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 Fiji Airways (96%), Virgin Australia (95%) or Aer Lingus (94%) 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 $1,175, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $157. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $294 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia (average of $148). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,038). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 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 May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$133Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$149Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$283Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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