Phoenix

$63+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Phoenix

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Phoenix are usually found in July or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Phoenix

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/286:15 am
SFO
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PHX
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Mon 3/27:00 am
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$94
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/229:16 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Wed 2/256:51 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/257:15 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Mon 3/27:00 am
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$97
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Thu 2/198:05 am
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/243:40 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$101
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 2/236:15 am
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop11h 11m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:00 am
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/910:35 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Fri 3/2012:40 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$103
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/246:55 am
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop9h 24m
Frontier
Fri 2/274:40 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 3/1310:35 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Fri 3/203:30 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$105
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/810:35 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Fri 3/133:30 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$106
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:53 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop4h 02m
Frontier
Fri 2/277:00 am
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$107
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 2/257:20 am
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:00 am
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/229:16 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/253:40 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$109

Find flight deals from Salinas to Phoenix

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Phoenix flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$94
(Frontier)

One-way from

$63
(WAYA)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$207
From Salinas to Phoenix
One-way flight from Salinas to Phoenix
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($39 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 January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Phoenix 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Phoenix that are best for you.

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San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 7/18

6:52 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/25

8:54 am-10:57 am

Nonstop2h 03m

$155

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 5/19

4:25 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/20

10:30 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$157

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

7:00 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/20

1:22 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$157

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

8:46 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/2

8:28 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$162

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/31

1:19 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$165

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

4:10 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/14

1:19 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$165

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/1

11:00 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$167

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

7:10 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/4

7:50 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$172

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

5:05 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/30

10:45 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$175

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 7/8

4:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/11

4:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$175

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Phoenix

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 74 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 Salinas to Phoenix?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix (average of $36). Flying from Salinas to Phoenix in June is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 S9N to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to Phoenix at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Monday at noon 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 Salinas to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Phoenix. 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 January 28, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to PH1 are scheduled on a Monday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Salinas to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Phoenix?

    For as low as $155, United Airlines can have you in Phoenix from Salinas in 2h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 650 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Phoenix one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $31 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $41 and Hawaiian Airlines from $42 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Phoenix?

    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 Salinas to Phoenix on time: United Airlines (85%), Emirates (85%), Air New Zealand (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Phoenix?

    On average you can expect to pay $676 for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix. The cheapest flight overall is $60 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) is currently priced at $90.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Phoenix that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Phoenix flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Phoenix?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Phoenix?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Phoenix 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 Salinas to Phoenix?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix (average of $36). Flying from Salinas to Phoenix in June is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 Salinas to Phoenix

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Phoenix. 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$61Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$63Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$110Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$126Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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