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$89+ 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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PHX
Jul 10 — Jul 171
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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 June 10, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/257:07 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 07m
Frontier
Mon 6/292:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8$172
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Fri 7/37:07 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 07m
Frontier
Mon 7/62:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7$174
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/307:17 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 07m
Frontier
Thu 7/92:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Mon 7/1311:35 am
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8$176
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/148:23 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop19h 08m
Frontier
Sat 7/182:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$177
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/127:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Wed 7/152:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$179
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:07 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 07m
Frontier
Thu 7/92:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$180
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Fri 7/247:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Sat 8/12:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2310:06 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Mon 10/266:30 am
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8$182
This Super.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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/317:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Sun 8/22:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$183
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/87:28 pm
SFO
-
AZA
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/108:20 am
AZA
-
SFO
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 8/67:01 pm
SFO
-
AZA
1 stop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/99:15 am
AZA
-
SFO
1 stop5h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$246

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 June 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$172
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$89
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$272
From Salinas to Phoenix
One-way flight from Salinas to Phoenix
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 June 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Phoenix that are best for you.

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Price

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San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

1:35 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/13

10:50 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$227

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 9/4

8:45 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 9/7

8:57 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$235

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 8/11

4:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/15

10:39 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$237

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 7/25

2:30 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 7/31

4:02 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$237

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 7/28

2:30 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/5

6:02 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 40m

$237

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

5:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 8/11

1:15 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$242

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

2:30 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/13

4:02 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$257

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

8:00 pm-12:06 am

1 stop4h 06m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 7/19

10:39 am-3:44 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$264

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 7/24

8:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop4h 01m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 7/26

10:39 am-3:44 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$264

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - AZA

SFOAZA

San Francisco

Fri 7/31

5:47 pm-8:41 am

2 stops14h 54m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Sun 8/2

8:31 am-1:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$276

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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

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 June 10, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to Phoenix at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 June 10, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to PH1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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

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 June 8, 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.

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 June 10, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andUnited 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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Phoenix?

    For as low as $235, Southwest can have you in Phoenix from Salinas in 2h 08m. 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 $34 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $45 and JetBlue from $50 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: Copa Airlines (98%), Qantas Airways (93%), SWISS (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Phoenix?

    On average you can expect to pay $665 for a flight from Salinas to Phoenix. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) is currently priced at $82.

  • 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.

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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 June 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$61Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$126Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$131Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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