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$60+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Phoenix

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SFO — PHX
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Phoenix are usually found in September or August, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$94
(Frontier)

One-way from

$60
(Cheapflightsfares)

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Average price

$170
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/1110:19 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 05mFrontier
Mon 9/154:10 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/20$94
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/88:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Tue 11/111:16 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$95
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:49 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 05mFrontier
Mon 9/222:48 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$97
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:04 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/224:10 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/20$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/78:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Mon 11/103:31 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$99
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/51:15 pmSFO - PHX
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Sun 9/77:55 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$101
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1110:19 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 05mFrontier
Sun 9/144:59 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/20$103
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Sun 11/25:35 amPHX - SFO
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$105
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Sun 9/710:49 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 05mFrontier
Fri 9/127:55 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/20$106
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:55 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Mon 11/173:31 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:23 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Mon 10/134:55 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 10/27:37 pmSFO - AZA
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/69:29 amAZA - SFO
2 stops7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$451

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Phoenix that are best for you.

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San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

9:55 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 11/3

3:31 pm-4:43 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$94

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

7:04 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 9/29

2:48 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$97

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 11/7

8:55 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 11/10

9:34 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$101

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

8:55 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 11/17

3:31 pm-4:43 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$108

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Thu 10/23

10:25 pm-12:32 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 10/26

8:30 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$110

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

7:04 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-9:42 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$110

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

7:04 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 9/20

5:07 pm-8:15 am

1 stop15h 08m

$114

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

10:49 am-7:32 am

1 stop20h 43m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 10/6

4:10 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$114

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

7:04 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 9/26

8:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$114

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

7:53 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 9/20

12:39 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$116

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Phoenix flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Phoenix trip
Airports
SFO

Save time by using the SFO2Go program to order meals for pickup during busy times.

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PHX

For quick access to downtown, take the light rail from 44th Street Station, reaching the city in under 20 minutes.

Read more about PHXby Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Phoenix

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Phoenix from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Phoenix

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Phoenix. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Phoenix?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Phoenix in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 21, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to PH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 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 August 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Phoenix to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,930 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,207 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Phoenix. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Phoenix. On average, San Francisco has 27 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 7 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Phoenix in 2h 04m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Phoenix is about 650 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Phoenix round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Phoenix round-trip from $35. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $78, and Allegiant Air, from $94. Frontier is 82% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Phoenix on time: Qantas Airways (98%), SkyWest Airlines (98%), Air China (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Phoenix is generally $556, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $60. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), you can expect to pay $77 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Phoenix?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Phoenix?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from San Francisco 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Phoenix

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$35Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$78Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$137Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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