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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco (PHL - SFO) from $77

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Philadelphia to San Francisco are usually found in September or February, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 April 18, 2024.

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$268

One-way from

$101
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 36% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Users have found that booking a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco at least 26 days early can save you up to 59% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 26 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for as little as $425 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $526 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Philadelphia. Users have commonly found prices around $416 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $188. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco (PHL - SFO)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Philadelphia to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Philadelphia and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.
Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Thu 5/96:03 amPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/146:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$277
Wed 7/31:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1011:31 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$285
Tue 7/96:00 amPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/136:41 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$286
Thu 5/237:49 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/306:50 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$288
Thu 5/96:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/146:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$294
Tue 5/76:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1211:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$299
Thu 5/96:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/2611:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$302
Tue 5/143:46 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/136:29 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$303
Thu 5/96:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/2610:45 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$319

  • If you’re traveling from Philadelphia to San Francisco, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $420.12 RT. This price is typically 66% more expensive than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $208. The most popular departure airport in Philadelphia when flying to San Francisco is Philadelphia Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Frontier flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Philadelphia and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've found from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Tue 4/308:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$160
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2912:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$165
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/312:58 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$166
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2912:58 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$170
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2911:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$188
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/299:20 pmSFO - PHL
2 stops15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$193
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Wed 5/18:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$197
Thu 4/2510:33 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 26mFrontier
Mon 5/611:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$202
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/49:06 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop29h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$203

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Philadelphia to San Francisco is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $407.69 RT. This price is typically 39% cheaper than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $241. Philadelphia Airport is the most common Philadelphia airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco, Frontier flights are 1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Philadelphia to San Francisco flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Prices were last updated on April 18, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 5/98:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Mon 5/139:20 pmSFO - PHL
2 stops15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$140
Thu 5/98:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Mon 5/139:20 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop29h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$142
Sat 5/187:24 amPHL - SFO
1 stop17h 43mFrontier
Mon 5/2011:55 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$144
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Sat 5/187:47 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop15h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$148
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop25h 48mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$149
Sat 5/118:00 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Wed 5/158:28 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$150
Wed 5/111:12 amPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 47mFrontier
Mon 5/2012:59 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$151
Wed 5/811:03 amPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 56mFrontier
Mon 5/1311:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$152
Fri 5/102:17 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Mon 5/139:20 pmSFO - PHL
2 stops15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$154

Philadelphia to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Philadelphia and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 5/98:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Mon 5/139:20 pmSFO - PHL
2 stops15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$140
Thu 5/98:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Mon 5/139:20 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop29h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$142
Sat 5/187:24 amPHL - SFO
1 stop17h 43mFrontier
Mon 5/2011:55 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$144
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 18mFrontier
Sat 5/187:47 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop15h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$148
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop25h 48mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$149
Sat 5/118:00 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Wed 5/158:28 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop13h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$150
Wed 5/111:12 amPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 47mFrontier
Mon 5/2012:59 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$151
Wed 5/811:03 amPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 56mFrontier
Mon 5/1311:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$152
Fri 5/102:17 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Mon 5/139:20 pmSFO - PHL
2 stops15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$154

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia

Discover non-stop flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Search for alternative flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco by utilizing the search form above.
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$249
Fri 9/206:30 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2310:45 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$269
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/16:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$274
Thu 5/96:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/146:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$294
Tue 5/76:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1211:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$299
Sun 5/266:49 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:07 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$300
Thu 5/306:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1110:29 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$304
Thu 5/96:45 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/2610:45 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$319
Wed 5/294:00 pmPHL - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/211:11 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$324

Philadelphia to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Tue 4/308:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$160
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2912:58 amSFO - PHL
2 stops11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$165
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/312:58 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$166
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2912:58 amSFO - PHL
1 stop25h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$170
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2911:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$188
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/299:20 pmSFO - PHL
2 stops15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$193
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Wed 5/18:43 amSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$197
Thu 4/2510:33 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 26mFrontier
Mon 5/611:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$202
Sat 4/2710:51 amPHL - SFO
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/49:06 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop29h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$203

One-way flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia

Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 5/138:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 08mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$77
Sat 5/112:27 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$79
Sat 5/187:24 amPHL - SFO
1 stop17h 43mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$81
Wed 5/228:24 amPHL - SFO
1 stop19h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$82
Wed 5/111:12 amPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$86
Fri 5/38:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 08mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$89
Fri 5/102:17 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$90
Tue 4/301:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$91
Mon 5/68:50 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop30h 08mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$95

Find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco 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 3,192,047 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2024.

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$269 - $425

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PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sat 4/27

1 stop15h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 4/28

1 stop8h 47m

$269

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Mon 5/13

1 stop30h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 5/26

1 stop8h 11m

$270

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Thu 5/2

3 stops24h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 5/6

3 stops31h 46m

$273

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Thu 5/9

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 5/14

Nonstop5h 25m

$277

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 7/3

1 stop8h 46m

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

1 stop8h 04m

$285

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Mon 7/1

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 7/9

1 stop7h 42m

$293

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 5/8

Nonstop6h 14m

San Francisco

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 05m

$308

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 5/8

1 stop9h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 5/12

2 stops15h 45m

$343

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sun 6/9

1 stop13h 53m

San Francisco

Sun 6/23

1 stop8h 28m

$425

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When is the best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to San Francisco 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.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco is currently $86 while a round-trip flight costs $305. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$308

May

$310

June

$383

July

$368

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$286

December

$268

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Philadelphia to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Delta
8.1
Very good
11,104 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

JetBlue
7.7
Good
4,671 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,341 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,106 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco if you want to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco. At least 8 different airlines have flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to San Francisco from the Philadelphia airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PHL to SFO to be around 5h 54m.

  • Can I find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $269, but on average you can expect to pay $278.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco is less than $325.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to San Francisco for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to San Francisco flight route?

    The Philadelphia to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 31 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $269. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $277 and $293, respectively. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco one-way?

    $77 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and JetBlue, with prices starting from $101 and $107, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or JetBlue.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco consider choosing Qantas Airways (92%), China Southern (83%) or American Airlines (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,077, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $141. The most popular route (Philadelphia - San Francisco), is priced around $192.

  • What does PHL to SFO mean?

    PHL stands for Philadelphia Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    The most popular layover on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco is Phoenix. Los Angeles is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Orpheum Theater are the most popular attractions in Phoenix if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace and Orpheum Theater are located about 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.6 mi, respectively from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl for about $65 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $47 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to San Francisco flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco is Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Philadelphia to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Philadelphia to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Philadelphia to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Philadelphia to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/18.

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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$72Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$139Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetBlueCheapest$232Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$389Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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