Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport takes 2 hours 5 minutes (on average). San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Phoenix.
For the earliest departure, take the 05:00 flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you want to jet off later, the latest flight departs at 22:55. With 108 weekly flights from PHX to SFO, you can pick the one that best suits you.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like summer and spring break.
You'll find a number of airlines operating direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. When you're ready to start your San Francisco adventure and experience this part of United States, these leading carriers service the PHX to SFO route:
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PHX and SFO include:
John Wayne Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is RM123. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM258. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from PHX to SFO by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PHX to SFO. There's no need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.
Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 34 minutes.
After a convenient hotel close to PHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to San Francisco in February.
Lock in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC then.
More about San Francisco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in San Francisco right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from PHX to SFO:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are must-do's during your San Francisco adventure.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
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