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$56+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to Salinas, CA, CA

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PHX — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Salinas are usually found in August or September, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$104
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$55
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$174
From Phoenix to Salinas
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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 31, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/147:30 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 05mFrontier
Fri 8/2210:34 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$101
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/304:40 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/65:50 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$117
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/204:30 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop5h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/227:04 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$123
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/234:30 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/276:00 amSFO - PHX
1 stop4h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$136
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 12/137:15 amPHX - SFO
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/1611:40 amSFO - PHX
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/193:41 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/218:55 amSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$138
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/234:30 pmPHX - SFO
1 stop5h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amSFO - PHX
1 stop4h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$156

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix to Salinas 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Salinas that are best for you.

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Phoenix

Fly to

Salinas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 8/14

7:30 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

10:34 pm-12:42 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$101

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/30

6:00 pm-8:01 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

12:15 pm-2:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$117

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 9/20

4:30 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

7:04 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$123

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 9/23

4:30 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

$136

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 9/19

3:41 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

8:55 am-11:01 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$138

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/23

7:30 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$144

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 9/23

4:30 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

$156

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 10/19

7:48 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$56

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/29

6:59 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$59

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 8/29

7:46 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$64

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Salinas. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Phoenix to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 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 31, 2025.

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

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 December 16, 2024.

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

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 31, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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 Phoenix to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    $55 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $56 and $64, 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 Qatar Airways (89%), Emirates (88%) or Air China (88%) 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 $1,517 for a flight from Phoenix to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $44 while the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $73.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Phoenix to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Phoenix to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Phoenix to Salinas

Discover the top 9 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$35Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$68Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$114Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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