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$77+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to Salinas, CA, CA

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SFO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Salinas

Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 4, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/132:32 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
Frontier
Thu 8/277:04 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/102:32 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
Frontier
Mon 8/177:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/102:32 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
Frontier
Fri 8/217:04 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 7/3$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/232:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Tue 7/2810:23 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop19h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 7/1$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/42:16 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Thu 8/63:43 pm
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$156
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/42:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Wed 7/87:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/1311:40 am
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Thu 8/207:04 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/102:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 04m
Frontier
Wed 8/1911:20 am
SFO
-
PHX
1 stop12h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/272:16 pm
PHX
-
SFO
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Thu 7/307:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/112:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 04m
Frontier
Fri 10/910:06 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$162
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 8/42:02 pm
PHX
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 09m
Frontier
Sun 8/97:08 pm
SFO
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30$163

Find flight deals from Phoenix to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Phoenix to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated July 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$152
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$77
(Trip.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$191
From Phoenix to Salinas
One-way flight from Phoenix to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($46 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 July 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Salinas that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 7/28

6:53 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

4:31 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$217

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/3

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

5:16 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$217

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 9/26

7:08 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

5:16 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$217

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 8/4

6:53 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

7:55 am-2:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$217

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 8/28

12:13 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop5h 09m

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

8:25 am-2:33 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$217

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 8/27

7:49 pm-8:46 am

1 stop12h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

7:08 am-11:31 am

1 stop4h 23m

$217
Quickest round-trip

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/1

10:35 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop2h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

5:30 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$227

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/15

12:55 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops6h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

1:25 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$242

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 8/7

6:53 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 8/11

7:55 am-2:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$244

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/9

7:04 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

2:44 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop3h 38m

$247

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Salinas

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHX to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 4, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Phoenix to Salinas in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Salinas. 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 July 4, 2026.

The most flights from PH1 to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Salinas. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix to Salinas flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated July 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andUnited Airlines from Phoenix to Salinas by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Phoenix to Salinas?

    For as low as $217, Alaska Airlines can have you in Salinas from Phoenix in 4h 15m. The distance between Phoenix and Salinas is about 650 mi.

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

    $35 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $52 and $62, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Phoenix to Salinas consider choosing Qantas Airways (66%), China Southern (59%) or Copa Airlines (55%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,073 for a flight from Phoenix to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $76 while the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $161.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix to Salinas. 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 July 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$93Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$100Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$104Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$105Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$124Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$220Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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