Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco from $53
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Philadelphia and San Francisco?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of September, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $367.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
The cheapest day to depart from Philadelphia to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $414. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $602.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
Our data shows that the cheapest Philadelphia to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $317. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $471.
What is the cheapest Philadelphia to San Francisco flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $397 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia for as low as $344 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Philadelphia to San Francisco.
How have Philadelphia to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?
As of July 2025, prices for Philadelphia to San Francisco flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Frontier, JetBlue, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to San Francisco
What airlines fly to San Francisco?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Philadelphia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Philadelphia to San Francisco on average per day?
As of July 2025, 10 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 38% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Philadelphia to San Francisco on average per week?
The number of flights available between Philadelphia and San Francisco is 70 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 27% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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Best Price Found | $53 |
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Fastest flight time | 7h 55m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is Philadelphia to San Francisco by plane?
A flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco will travel around 2514.9 mi. 7h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to San Francisco Airport is 7 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Philadelphia Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Philadelphia and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 43.33% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 with 32.27%, Airbus A321neo with 6.44%, and Boeing 737-800 with 5.02%.
What is the most popular airline from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Philadelphia to San Francisco is American Airlines (71% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (20%), Frontier (4%), and Delta (3%).
Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $122 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,086 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $135 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,286 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $136 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,916 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $260 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $276 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,982 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $279 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,266 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $280 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,861 reviews |
United Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to San Francisco
United Airlines operates around 20 flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $425, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from Philadelphia to San Francisco from as low as $280 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 8,861 reviews.
American Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to San Francisco
Across 10,000 American Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.2/10. American Airlines flies from Philadelphia to San Francisco about 7 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $260 to $401. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Finding the right flight to San Francisco from Philadelphia is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Francisco quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Once all potential Philadelphia to San Francisco flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Price alerts on flights to San Francisco from Philadelphia are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.