Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Philadelphia – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
6h 34m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
5h 15m $286
2 days ago
Philadelphia – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
6h 34m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
5h 15m $384
yesterday
Philadelphia – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
direct
6h 34m Return – Dec 11, 2026
direct
5h 15m $373
today
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Today’s flight suggestion for Philadelphia - San Francisco
Outbound December 4, 2026 · Inbound December 10, 2026
Today’s suggestion
8:10 AM
PHL 11:49 AM
SFO6h 39m
Direct
7:00 AM
SFO 3:16 PM
PHL5h 16m
Direct
From $373
6:43 PM
PHL 10:17 PM
SFO6h 34m
Direct
7:00 AM
SFO 3:16 PM
PHL5h 16m
Direct
From $373
5:01 PM
PHL 8:35 PM
SFO6h 34m
Direct
11:09 PM
SFO 7:24 AM +1
PHL5h 15m
Direct
From $373
Cheapest flight tickets
$195
Average price of a round trip
$354
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
6h18
A flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco takes on average 6h18.
Best time
October
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is October.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Philadelphia (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $103 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, November and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 21 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $355.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines and American Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Philadelphia to San Francisco
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $195 to $455
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $354
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Philadelphia, USA
airports :
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE)
local time :
Philadelphia is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Philadelphia, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 6°C, with a minimum of 4°C and a maximum of 10°C.
The city of Philadelphia (PHL) has 2 airport(s): Philadelphia International and Northeast Philadelphia
destination info :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 16°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
Useful info about San Francisco
What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?
If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of October.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?
In San Francisco, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 21 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco is Friday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Philadelphia and San Francisco?
When you leave, you can leave from Philadelphia International, and you will arrive at San Francisco or San Jose-Norman Y. Mineta.
How to reach Philadelphia airport from the city centre?
The airport Philadelphia International is located 12 km or Northeast Philadelphia is located 20 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Philadelphia and San Francisco?
In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 24°C in Philadelphia. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 129 mm in Philadelphia. In summer, it is warmer in Philadelphia and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in San Francisco and it rains more in Philadelphia.
