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$68+ 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TUS
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$229
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$68
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$308
From Salinas to Tucson
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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 septiembre 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 10/16:50 pmSFO - TUS
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/57:15 amTUS - SFO
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
vie. 10/35:50 amSFO - TUS
1 stop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/711:33 amTUS - SFO
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
jue. 12/45:50 amSFO - TUS
1 stop5h 12mDelta
dom. 12/75:45 pmTUS - SFO
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/16$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 10/198:05 pmSFO - TUS
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
mar. 10/214:45 pmTUS - SFO
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 10/34:50 pmSFO - TUS
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
lun. 10/64:35 pmTUS - SFO
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 10/146:10 amSFO - TUS
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
mié. 10/227:20 amTUS - SFO
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 9/305:35 amSFO - TUS
1 stop4h 57mDelta
sáb. 10/44:50 pmTUS - SFO
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/15$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
sáb. 10/186:35 amSFO - TUS
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
dom. 10/196:30 amTUS - SFO
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 11/73:45 pmSFO - TUS
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
mié. 11/121:15 pmTUS - SFO
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
sáb. 12/208:25 pmSFO - TUS
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
dom. 12/288:05 pmTUS - SFO
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 9/295:45 amSFO - TUS
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
lun. 10/62:41 pmTUS - SFO
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$257

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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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Tucson that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Tucson

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

sáb. 10/4

5:50 am-9:36 am

1 stop3h 46m

Tucson

sáb. 10/11

2:59 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$229

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

vie. 12/5

5:50 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Tucson

dom. 12/7

5:45 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 19m

$238

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

jue. 12/4

5:50 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Tucson

dom. 12/7

5:45 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 19m

$238

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

mar. 9/30

5:35 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 57m

Tucson

sáb. 10/4

4:50 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$249

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

jue. 11/6

3:45 pm-12:25 am

2 stops7h 40m

Tucson

dom. 11/9

5:10 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 20m

$263

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

jue. 10/30

8:28 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 12m

Tucson

sáb. 11/1

12:40 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$279

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

jue. 9/25

5:15 am-1:25 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Tucson

lun. 9/29

3:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$284

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

sáb. 9/27

6:50 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Tucson

dom. 9/28

7:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$289

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

mié. 10/1

12:06 pm-2:18 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Tucson

dom. 10/5

7:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$289

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

jue. 9/25

6:50 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Tucson

dom. 9/28

7:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Tucson

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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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 47 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Tucson (average of $361). Flying from Salinas to Tucson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $424). 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

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

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Tucson flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to TUS are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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 9 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 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, 2 users have taken a look at flights from Salinas to Tucson.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Tucson?

    American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Salinas to Tucson in just under 3h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 54m. Salinas and Tucson are separated by a distance of 750 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 SkyWest Airlines (84%), Air Canada (84%) or United Airlines (84%) 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 $322, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $173. The most popular route (San Francisco - Tucson), is priced around $135.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Tucson (average of $361). Flying from Salinas to Tucson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $424). 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 5 airlines flying from Salinas to Tucson

Discover the top 5 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$185Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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