Cheap flights from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA

Flights starting at $33. Choose between United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, or Spirit Airlines to find the best price.

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Cheapest one-way trip

$33

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

$46

Cheapest round-trip

$67

Average round-trip

$139

Nonstop flights in March

$46 – $716

Round trips

Phoenix PHXSan Francisco SFO

Frontier Airlines

$67

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Travelers usually depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor International, Phoenix–Mesa Gateway, Phoenix, AZ - Sky Train Station, Phoenix, AZ Greyhound Bus stop, or Phoenix, AZ - Tufesa when they travel from Phoenix to San Francisco. Book your trip to arrive at San Francisco International, San Francisco, CA Train Station, San Francisco, CA Bus Stop, San Francisco, CA - Salesforce Plaza, or San Francisco, CA - Fisherman’s Wharf. The distance between Phoenix and San Francisco is 1048 km. The most popular airlines for this route are United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Phoenix and San Francisco have 311 direct flights per week. When you arrive at San Francisco, consider visiting Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, and Big Sur.

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Phoenix to San Francisco in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the table.

Weekly direct flights for Sun 12.03 - Sat 18.03

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Weekly direct flights for Sun 02.04 - Sat 08.04

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Check-in for a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during bookingOnline check-in available
United AirlinesUALUAYesNo
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9NoOpens 24 days before flight
Closes 1 hours before flight
Spirit AirlinesNKSNKNoOpens 24 days before flight
Closes 1 hours before flight
American AirlinesAALAAYesNo
Alaska AirlinesASAASYesOpens 24 days before flight
Closes 1 hours before flight

United States COVID-19 travel restrictions

Your trip summary

Most travelers from Phoenix, PHX can enter San Francisco, SFO.

Departure

Additional information
  • Masks are recommended in certain settings

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Recommended proof of negative pre-departure COVID-19 test results
  • Quarantine is not required

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in United States in our dedicated Stories article.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Phoenix to San Francisco?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Phoenix and San Francisco takes around 2.1 hours.
What is the flight distance between Phoenix and San Francisco?
The flight distance between Phoenix and San Francisco is 1048 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Phoenix and San Francisco?
Several carriers operate flights between Phoenix and San Francisco. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, American Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Phoenix?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Phoenix and Chicago, Denver, Las Vegas, Orlando, Washington, D.C., Detroit, Atlanta, Cleveland, Houston, Los Angeles, Raleigh, Philadelphia, Portland, San Diego, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Austin, London, Mexico City, Sacramento.
What are the most popular routes to and from San Francisco?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as San Francisco and Las Vegas, Denver, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, Austin, London, Paris, New York, Barcelona, Rome, Orlando, Mexico City, New Orleans, Amsterdam, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Houston, Dallas, Lisbon.
Which airports are there in Phoenix?
Phoenix is mainly served by Phoenix Sky Harbor International. But there are other airports nearby, including Phoenix–Mesa Gateway, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport.
What airports are near Phoenix?
The main airport in Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor International. It is also served by Tucson International, Show Low Regional, Ernest A. Love Field, Flagstaff Pulliam.
What airports are near San Francisco?
The main airport in San Francisco is San Francisco International. It is also served by San Francisco International, Sacramento International, Oakland International, San Jose International, Stockton Metropolitan, Monterey Regional, Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County, Merced Regional, Buchanan Field.
What buses and trains depart from Phoenix?
A number of bus and train companies depart from Phoenix, including Greyhound.
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