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$66+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Tucson (TUS)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TUS
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Tucson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Tucson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/186:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 44m
Delta
Wed 3/115:04 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/187:15 pm
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop22h 32m
Frontier
Sun 2/229:20 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 4/18:45 pm
SFO
-
TUS
Nonstop2h 32m
United Airlines
Wed 4/88:50 am
TUS
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 44m
Delta
Wed 3/117:10 am
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 15m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2412:30 pm
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop3h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/36:00 am
TUS
-
SFO
2 stops18h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$251
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/511:33 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 20m
Frontier
Sun 2/89:59 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/198:34 pm
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop15h 04m
Frontier
Sun 2/229:20 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$254
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/268:43 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop9h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/26:00 am
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop9h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$258
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/309:20 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop7h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/43:41 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$261
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop8h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/296:29 am
TUS
-
SFO
2 stops9h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/268:43 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Sun 3/112:47 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop12h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$264

Find flight deals from Salinas to Tucson

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Tucson flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$229
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One-way from

$66
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September

Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Tucson 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Tucson that are best for you.

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San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

11:00 am-4:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Tucson

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 01m

$229

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

Tucson

Mon 3/16

5:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$229

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

4:02 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Tucson

Tue 2/24

12:02 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$229

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

Tucson

Sat 3/21

5:04 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$249

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

Tucson

Mon 3/9

11:46 am-5:28 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$249

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

5:55 am-11:22 am

1 stop4h 27m

Tucson

Wed 2/25

12:02 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$276

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

5:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Tucson

Wed 3/11

7:10 am-8:00 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$281

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

4:02 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Tucson

Sat 2/21

7:14 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 40m

$284

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

5:40 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 43m

Tucson

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 01m

$284

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

5:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Tucson

Sat 2/21

7:14 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 40m

$284

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Tucson

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Tucson. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas to Tucson. 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 Salinas to Tucson?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Tucson (average of $74). Flying from Salinas to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 S9N to TUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Tucson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Salinas to Tucson in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Tucson. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Tucson

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Tucson. 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to TUS are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Salinas to Tucson 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Tucson. 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 into for flights to Tucson from Salinas?

    Tucson (TUS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Salinas to Tucson. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tucson from Salinas; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Tucson airport from Salinas. It is only a 7.5 mi journey from Tucson (TUS) to Tucson’s city center.

  • How popular is this Salinas to Tucson flight route?

    Within the past month, 5 users have taken a look at flights from Salinas to Tucson.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Tucson?

    Delta can get you from Salinas to Tucson in just under 5h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Salinas and Tucson are separated by a distance of 750 mi.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Frontier flights start at $97 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $114 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Salinas to Tucson consider choosing United Airlines (80%), Air Canada (77%) or SkyWest Airlines (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Tucson?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Tucson? While on average our users pay $496, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $184. The most popular route (San Francisco - Tucson), is priced around $202.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Tucson 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 Salinas to Tucson?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Tucson (average of $74). Flying from Salinas to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 4 airlines flying from Salinas to Tucson

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Tucson. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$169Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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