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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco from £119

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SFO
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£228

One-way from

£119

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/3-17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 47m total
  • Philadelphia to San Francisco
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 10/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 50m total
  • Philadelphia to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 December 2024.

Tue 10/1208:15PHL - SFO
1 stop11h 50mJetBlue
Mon 16/1220:35SFO - PHL
1 stop8h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 2/12£238
Tue 17/1206:20PHL - SFO
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/1222:50SFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12£260
Thu 19/1214:45PHL - SFO
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Mon 13/113:40SFO - PHL
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/12£267
Wed 18/1207:00PHL - SFO
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Tue 14/106:35SFO - PHL
2 stops12h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/12£294
Tue 24/1212:42PHL - SFO
1 stop13h 09mSun Country Air
Mon 30/1223:59SFO - PHL
1 stop8h 01mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/12£383
Thu 12/1207:14PHL - SFO
1 stop9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Fri 13/1213:21SFO - PHL
2 stops13h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/12£424

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 927,803 searches. Data last updated 3 December 2024.

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PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 12/3

06:09-09:40

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

20:51-05:07

Nonstop5h 16m

£228

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Mon 6/1

18:19-00:45

1 stop9h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 14/1

08:20-19:07

1 stop7h 47m

£241

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Fri 31/1

07:05-13:49

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 4/2

12:05-22:52

1 stop7h 47m

£243

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sun 1/6

12:10-08:30

1 stop23h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 21/6

23:59-11:10

1 stop8h 11m

£260

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sun 19/1

14:45-22:35

1 stop10h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 22/1

09:00-23:15

2 stops11h 15m

£270

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Tue 18/2

18:25-13:38

2 stops22h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

16:39-17:25

1 stop21h 46m

£272

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Fri 3/1

19:59-23:15

Nonstop6h 16m

San Francisco

Wed 8/1

23:17-07:38

Nonstop5h 21m

£395

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/12

08:15-17:05

1 stop11h 50m

£119

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Tue 1/4

07:20-15:51

1 stop11h 31m

£121

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Fri 30/5

12:10-17:13

1 stop8h 03m

£125

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 22 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £742). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 December 2024.

When flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 1% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 3 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Philadelphia to San Francisco have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very Good
4,951 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
9,513 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
8,698 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    If you book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco, you will be flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 6h 26m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco round-trip?

    United Airlines, at £228, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include JetBlue and Delta. United Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco are JetBlue (£119), Alaska Airlines (£121), and Sun Country Air (£125).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco are Air China (94%), ANA (85%) and Virgin Australia (79%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £742). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco

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United AirlinesCheapest£292Average£396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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