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$55+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Phoenix

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$97
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One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$162
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:53 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/294:10 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$96
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/179:23 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Mon 10/204:55 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/78:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Tue 11/113:31 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$98
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/227:04 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Thu 9/254:59 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$100
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Fri 10/37:04 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 10/64:10 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$101
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/154:15 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/209:23 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/231:30 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop27h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$105
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:00 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/74:35 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$106
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:41 amSFO - PHX
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/113:31 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:45 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Thu 10/25:50 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 11/48:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Mon 11/103:16 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 12/117:37 pmSFO - AZA
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1410:02 amAZA - SFO
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$254

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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 September 11, 2025.
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

Thu 10/9

6:20 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/14

8:45 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$123

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

5:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/6

10:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$127

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

10:10 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 11/21

6:20 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$130

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/1

4:30 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$131

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

11:35 am-2:41 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/16

3:23 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$132

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

5:25 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 10/17

9:50 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$142

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

11:40 am-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 11/23

5:10 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 20m

$151

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

6:20 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/9

9:50 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$159

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

4:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/25

5:50 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

$161

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/15

10:45 am-11:54 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$162

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Phoenix from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 68 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Salinas to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Phoenix as you normally would.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to PH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Salinas to Phoenix?

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 September 11, 2025.
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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Phoenix?

    For as low as $123, Southwest can have you in Phoenix from Salinas in 1h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 650 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $59 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $59 and Southwest from $60 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: Qantas Airways (98%), SkyWest Airlines (97%), Air China (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Phoenix?

    On average you can expect to pay $534 for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix. The cheapest flight overall is $54 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) is currently priced at $73.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Salinas to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Phoenix

Discover the top 8 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$33Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$63Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$103Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$140Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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