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Cheap flights Philadelphia — San Francisco

Philadelphia (PHL, US) San Francisco (SFO, US)
from $163 4 051 km ~5h 16m 2 flights found 1 airlines cheapest on Thursday
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under 2
0
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Cheapest: $163 on 15.11.2026
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Prices found for 12 of 90 days. Prices update as more travellers search. Click any date to search live.
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Cheapest flights found
26 Nov 2026, Thu
Southwest Airlines WN 1639
13:00
PHL Philadelphia International Airport
20:05
SFO San Francisco International Airport
7h 5m 1 stop
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$198
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Route characteristics
Distance
4 051 km
Flight time
5h 16m
Time difference
-3h
Minimum price
from $163 (15.11.2026)
Average price
$166
Maximum price
$198
Cheapest day
Thursday
Departure airports (1)
PHL Philadelphia International Airport
Arrival airports (2)
SFO San Francisco International Airport SJC Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
Airlines (1)
WN Southwest Airlines
Agencies (2)
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Airlines — cheapest prices 1
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Low-cost 2 flights · 2 days
$127
Where to buy tickets 2
City.Travel
1 tickets · 1 days
from $127
Trip.com
1 tickets · 1 days
from $198
Airports

From — Philadelphia (1)

  • PHL Philadelphia International Airport

To — San Francisco (2)

  • SFO San Francisco International Airport
  • SJC Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Philadelphia — San Francisco
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Approximate flight time — 5h 16m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
The straight-line distance — 4 051 km.
How much do flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $163 on 15.11.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $166. Range: $163 — $198.
What is the time difference between Philadelphia and San Francisco?
The difference — -3h.
From which airports does Philadelphia operate flights?
From Philadelphia: PHL (Philadelphia International Airport).
To which airports in San Francisco do flights arrive?
To San Francisco: SFO (San Francisco International Airport), SJC (Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Thursday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Philadelphia — San Francisco

Flights Philadelphia — San Francisco is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 4 051 km. Flight time 5h 16m. Time difference -3h.

From Philadelphia (PHL) flights depart from 1 airport: PHL. To San Francisco (SFO) — 2 arrival airports: SFO, SJC.

1 airline operate on this route: Southwest Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $163 (15.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $166, ranging from $163 to $198. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Thursday.

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