Cheap Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International

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Cheapest dealAED 212
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration2 hours and 13 minutes
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International

Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Finding cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International is AED 212. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International.
American Airlines, United and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International.
There are 435 flights per week flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor to San Francisco International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Phoenix and San Francisco share the same timezone, UTC-7.

  • Every week, there are 108 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 05:00 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your PHX to SFO flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • There are direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, so getting to San Francisco (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travelers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PHX to SFO flights. A dependable 88.46% of its departures on this route arrive on time.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PHX and SFO:

    • John Wayne Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Ontario International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • AED 106 is the best price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 212. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PHX to SFO.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PHX to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

  • The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.

  • 82.57% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of PHX.

  • To reach Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to PHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport to the center of San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.

  • Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from PHX to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 64 kilometers south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • Around 257 kilometers south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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