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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Phoenix to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Phoenix to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Phoenix to San Francisco (PHX-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Phoenix to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Phoenix to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Phoenix to San Francisco.
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American Airlines Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 18mdirect
American Airlines Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 05mdirect
American Airlines
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Qatar Airways Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Qatar Airways Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 02mdirect
Qatar Airways
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Air Canada Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Air Canada Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 58mdirect
Air Canada
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Japan Airlines Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 18mdirect
Japan Airlines Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 05mdirect
Japan Airlines
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Fiji Airways Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 05mdirect
Fiji Airways Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 05mdirect
Fiji Airways
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Emirates Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 11mdirect
Emirates Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 07mdirect
Emirates
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Copa Airlines Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 10mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 07mdirect
Copa Airlines
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Virgin Australia Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 58mdirect
Virgin Australia
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SWISS Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 10mdirect
SWISS Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 07mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 59mdirect
Air New Zealand
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United Airlines Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 04mdirect
United Airlines Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 58mdirect
United Airlines
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Alaska Airlines Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 58mdirect
Alaska Airlines
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Frontier Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 12mdirect
Frontier Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 10mdirect
Frontier
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Qantas Airways Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 00mdirect
Qantas Airways
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Southwest Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 05mdirect
Southwest Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 50mdirect
Southwest
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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 08mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
SFO-PHX
1h 58mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines
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ANA Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 04mdirect
ANA Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 13mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 05mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 07mdirect
Lufthansa
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Air China Logo
PHX-SFO
2h 04mdirect
Air China Logo
SFO-PHX
2h 13mdirect
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British Airways Logo
PHX-SFO
1h 59mdirect
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1h 59mdirect
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Expert advice for your flight from Phoenix to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air Canada

Air Canada's Preferred Economy seats offer up to 10 cm extra legroom for a fee.


Air Canada offers live TV on some North American flights, enhancing in-flight entertainment.

Read more about Air Canadaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United offers Priority Boarding for Zone 2, ensuring overhead bin space for your carry-on.


United's Economy Plus seats offer up to 15 cm more legroom than standard economy.

Airports
PHX

For a quick departure, use the PHX Reserve security line at Terminal 3, available 24/7, to speed up the security process.

Read more about PHXby Laura Ratliff
SFO

Use BART for easy access to downtown San Francisco. It's affordable and connects directly from the International Terminal.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Phoenix to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Phoenix to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phoenix to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Phoenix to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Phoenix, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost £103 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £137 and £134 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £249, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Phoenix to San Francisco

Low season

January

High season

July
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Phoenix to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Phoenix to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Phoenix to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Phoenix to San Francisco 
MichaelFlew with American AirlinesPHX-SFOJun 2024
Upgraded - so everything went smooth, comfortable seats, nice attention from staff
AnnetteFlew with United AirlinesPHX-SFOJan 2024
United has the options for business folks needing earlier flights. Alaska has better flight attendants.

FAQs for booking Phoenix to San Francisco flights

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Phoenix to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Phoenix to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Phoenix and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Phoenix to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Phoenix to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Phoenix is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Phoenix with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Phoenix up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Prefer to fly direct from Phoenix to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +17 more

ANA, Air Canada, +18 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air Canada, +15 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air Canada, +15 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +14 more

ANA, Air Canada, +15 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +15 more

ANA, Air Canada, +16 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +15 more

ANA, Air Canada, +16 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +15 more

ANA, Air Canada, +16 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air Canada, +15 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Phoenix to San Francisco

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