SFO to PHX Flights: Your Guide to Deals, Routes, and Travel Tips
Cheapest flight found
$92
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the Jun 4, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: SFO → PHX
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$92
Highest Fare
$220
Median Fare
$133
Price Spread
$128
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: June 2026 (from $92)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $220)
Biggest price drop caught: $45 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from San Francisco to Phoenix range from $92 to $220, a $128 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, June 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $45 between hourly checks on this route.
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San Francisco (SFO)
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Phoenix (PHX)
Airport Information
San Francisco (SFO)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves as a major global gateway, offering world-class amenities including local gourmet dining, museum-quality art exhibitions, and even a dedicated yoga room for travelers looking to decompress before departure. Located about 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, SFO is easily accessible via the BART rail system, providing a direct and eco-friendly connection to the city's financial district. The airport features four terminals, with most domestic flights to Phoenix departing from the modern Terminal 2 or Terminal 3.
Phoenix (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is often referred to as 'America’s Friendliest Airport,' located just three miles east of downtown Phoenix. As a primary hub for American Airlines and a significant base for Southwest, it handles a massive volume of traffic with remarkable efficiency through its two main terminals, 3 and 4. Travelers arriving from SFO will appreciate the intuitive layout and the PHX Sky Train, which offers free 24/7 transport to the rental car center and the city's public light rail system for easy access to the metropolitan area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from SFO to PHX?
The average non-stop flight duration from San Francisco to Phoenix is approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a flight distance of about 650 miles.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Phoenix?
Several major carriers offer direct service on this route, including United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines, providing numerous daily departure options.
Is there a time difference between San Francisco and Phoenix?
Arizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time. This means that from March to November, Phoenix is on the same time as San Francisco (PDT), but from November to March, Phoenix is one hour ahead (MST).
What is the best way to get from PHX to downtown Phoenix?
The most cost-effective method is taking the free PHX Sky Train to the 44th St/Washington station and transferring to the Valley Metro Rail, which reaches the city center in about 15 minutes.
Do I need a passport for this flight?
No, since both San Francisco and Phoenix are within the United States, domestic travelers only need a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, to board.
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