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

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor

San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs11,012
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week311

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor is Rs21,177. 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 1 minute is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United fly direct from San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of August 2025, there are 311 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Monday, 8 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 1 minute.
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 Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor.

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

  • The average length of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 2 hours.

  • Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Francisco.

  • Flights from SFO to PHX start from 05:00 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:35 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 110 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your SFO to PHX flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • A good range of airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Fly nonstop to Phoenix with one of these carriers and get to know this amazing part of United States:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.

  • With an impressive 81.16% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time record for SFO to PHX flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SFO and PHX:

    • Ontario International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • San Diego International Airport

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

  • Currently, Rs11,012 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs21,177. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

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

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

  • Picking up cheap flights from SFO to PHX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

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

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • From Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Phoenix based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SFO to PHX sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 483 kilometres west to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Las Vegas is another well-known destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No trip is complete without seeing Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.

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