$202+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia (SFO - PHL)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHL
Nov 20 — Nov 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to PhiladelphiaExplore 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 October 21, 2026.
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 October 21, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Sat 11/1411:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Mon 11/309:55 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$379
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Sat 11/1411:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Thu 11/269:50 am -
1 stop9h 48m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$380
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 12/179:46 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Thu 1/77:16 am -
1 stop15h 59m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$381
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:52 pm -
1 stop11h 21m
Sat 11/77:42 am -
2 stops19h 38m
Deal found 10/19![Frontier logo]()
$382
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 12/209:46 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Thu 12/311:38 pm -
1 stop11h 35m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$383
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 11/511:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Thu 11/1212:36 pm -
1 stop11h 04m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$384
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 10/2911:52 pm -
1 stop11h 21m
Wed 12/168:40 am -
1 stop9h 58m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 11/1011:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Sun 11/159:09 pm -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sun 11/1510:20 pm -
2 stops15h 04m
Fri 12/47:34 am -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Frontier logo]()
$387
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1310:10 pm -
1 stop8h 27m
Mon 11/163:35 pm -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 10/20![JetBlue logo]()
$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 12/810:44 pm -
1 stop19h 23m
Sun 12/138:40 am -
1 stop9h 58m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 12/710:44 pm -
1 stop15h 42m
Tue 12/158:40 am -
1 stop9h 58m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$390
Best flights from San Francisco to PhiladelphiaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/78:15 am -
1 stop7h 25m
Thu 11/195:00 am -
1 stop9h 10m
Deal found 10/19![Southwest logo]()
$401
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/125:50 pm -
1 stop8h 50m
Wed 12/167:00 am -
1 stop11h 47m
Deal found 10/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Tue 2/28:10 am -
1 stop7h 35m
Sun 2/79:55 am -
1 stop9h 36m
Deal found 10/17![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 12/1612:17 pm -
1 stop8h 10m
Sun 1/36:40 pm -
1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 10/20![Delta logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/55:05 am -
2 stops10h 40m
Tue 11/105:00 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Deal found 10/19![Southwest logo]()
$412
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sat 11/73:08 pm -
1 stop11h 24m
Sat 11/145:49 pm -
1 stop18h 52m
Deal found 10/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Fri 11/611:20 pm -
1 stop7h 29m
Sun 11/86:00 am -
Nonstop6h 22m
Deal found 10/17![United Airlines logo]()
$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Sat 12/125:00 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Fri 1/811:50 am -
2 stops11h 30m
Deal found 10/17![Southwest logo]()
$450
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Wed 1/274:07 pm -
2 stops22h 04m
Tue 2/26:14 pm -
1 stop19h 47m
Deal found 10/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/309:10 pm -
2 stops10h 55m
Mon 1/45:00 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Deal found 10/21![Southwest logo]()
$494
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to PhiladelphiaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Data last updated October 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Data last updated October 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 10/2911:52 pm -
1 stop11h 21m
Wed 12/168:40 am -
1 stop9h 58m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$385
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:52 pm -
1 stop11h 21m
Sat 11/77:42 am -
2 stops19h 38m
Deal found 10/19![Frontier logo]()
$382
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 11/311:52 pm -
1 stop11h 21m
Fri 12/1810:41 am -
1 stop15h 34m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$390
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/38:33 am -
1 stop17h 59m
Tue 11/108:30 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$391
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 11/511:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Thu 11/1212:36 pm -
1 stop11h 04m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$384
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 11/1011:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Sun 11/159:09 pm -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Fri 11/1312:10 pm -
1 stop9h 00m
Sun 11/155:00 am -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 10/18![Southwest logo]()
$381
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1310:10 pm -
1 stop8h 27m
Mon 11/163:35 pm -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 10/20![JetBlue logo]()
$388
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Sat 11/1411:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Mon 11/309:55 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$379
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Sat 11/1411:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Thu 11/269:50 am -
1 stop9h 48m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sun 11/1510:20 pm -
2 stops15h 04m
Fri 12/47:34 am -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Frontier logo]()
$387
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:11 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Mon 11/309:55 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 10/19![Frontier logo]()
$389
One-way flights from San Francisco to PhiladelphiaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 12/149:31 pm -
2 stops34h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![Frontier logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Thu 12/39:06 pm -
2 stops13h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2810:17 pm -
2 stops32h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$204
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:10 pm -
1 stop8h 27m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![JetBlue logo]()
$205
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Mon 12/286:34 pm -
1 stop7h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$206
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 12/313:56 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:52 pm -
2 stops34h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sun 12/610:44 pm -
2 stops13h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Frontier logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 12/205:00 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/16![Southwest logo]()
$210
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 11/1811:47 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 11/199:09 am -
2 stops41h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/312:20 pm -
2 stops19h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$214
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 October 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $379 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $202 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $485 |
Good round-trip deal | $473 or less |
Good one-way deal | $293 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Fri 12/25
8:00 am-9:25 pm
2 stops10h 25m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$210
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Sat 12/12
10:05 am-10:50 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$225
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Sat 12/19
8:50 pm-10:25 am
2 stops10h 35m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$225
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
10:10 am-10:55 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$225
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Wed 11/18
8:00 am-9:25 pm
2 stops10h 25m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$249
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Wed 10/28
4:21 pm-5:41 am
1 stop10h 20m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$260
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Tue 10/27
4:21 pm-5:41 am
1 stop10h 20m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$260
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Mon 11/30
11:20 pm-7:39 am
Nonstop5h 19m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$279
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Thu 12/31
10:15 am-11:30 pm
2 stops10h 15m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$294
San FranciscoPhiladelphia
SFO San Francisco - PHL Philadelphia
SFOPHL
San Francisco
Tue 12/1
8:55 am-5:21 pm
Nonstop5h 26m
Philadelphia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$299
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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 October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia, you should look to book at least 30 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia (average of $389). Flying from San Francisco to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 October 21, 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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Philadelphia on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $315.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 48m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 11m.
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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 October 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andJetBlue 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.
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
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1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$161 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$257 | Average$489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$298 | Average$522 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$488 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$309 | Average$471 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |