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$96+ 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TUS
Apr 26 — May 31
Sun 4/26
Sun 5/3
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 March 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 4/133:40 pm
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Thu 4/166:05 am
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/122:50 pm
SFO
-
TUS
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Sat 5/165:25 am
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$247
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/99:05 pm
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Mon 4/131:23 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop24h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/176:20 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Mon 4/206:05 am
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/243:40 pm
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Mon 4/275:35 am
TUS
-
SFO
2 stops12h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sun 4/196:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Thu 4/237:00 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sun 4/126:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/156:05 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Sat 5/25:25 am
TUS
-
SFO
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/246:00 am
SFO
-
TUS
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Fri 5/17:00 pm
TUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$265

Find flight deals from Salinas to Tucson

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Round-trip from

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$96
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July

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 March 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Tucson that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

3:40 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Tucson

Tue 4/28

6:05 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$261

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

Tucson

Fri 4/24

11:55 am-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$265
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

8:22 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Tucson

Tue 4/28

12:35 pm-3:08 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$269

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

6:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Tucson

Sun 5/3

8:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 00m

$283

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 5/22

2:43 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Tucson

Fri 5/29

4:44 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$289

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Tucson

Sun 5/3

6:05 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 54m

$289

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

10:30 am-5:30 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Tucson

Tue 4/28

4:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$294

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

4:40 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Tucson

Wed 4/15

6:05 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$326

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

3:40 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Tucson

Sun 4/26

8:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 00m

$343

San FranciscoTucson

SFO - TUS

SFOTUS

San Francisco

Fri 5/22

5:05 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Tucson

Fri 5/29

3:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$361

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Tucson

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tucson from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 March 13, 2026.

Booking 19 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 $78). Flying from Salinas to Tucson in April is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 March 27, 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 18% 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 March 23, 2026.

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

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

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 March 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,341 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,491 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7.1
Good
11,503 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 5 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?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Salinas to Tucson in just under 2h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 41m. 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 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 Southwest 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 Lufthansa (81%), SkyWest Airlines (80%) or Air Canada (80%) 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 $396, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $258. The most popular route (San Francisco - Tucson), is priced around $212.

  • 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 $78). Flying from Salinas to Tucson in April is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$118Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$175Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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