Flights from San Francisco to Scottsdale
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Scottsdale

Track economy fares on the SFO → PHX route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
San Francisco
SFO
To
Scottsdale
PHX

Route Intelligence: San Francisco → Scottsdale

Flight Duration

2 hr 3 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Nov-Mar

Top Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: San Francisco → Scottsdale

From
San Francisco (SFO)
To
Scottsdale (PHX)
Duration
2 hr 3 min (Direct)
Airlines
American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
Tracking
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Route Briefing: San Francisco to Scottsdale

Flying from San Francisco to Scottsdale (via Phoenix Sky Harbor) takes 1 hour and 55 minutes across 651 miles. Southwest Airlines, United, and American Airlines provide frequent daily flights, delivering Bay Area travelers directly to Scottsdale's desert sunshine and luxury resorts.

Scottsdale is renowned for its championship desert golf courses, world-class spas, and vibrant arts scene. Wander through Old Town Scottsdale to browse Western galleries, boutique shops, and acclaimed restaurants, or hike among giant saguaro cacti along the McDowell Sonoran Preserve trails. Spend your afternoons lounging by resort pools under sunny skies and dining outdoors on chef-driven Southwestern cuisine.

Roundtrip economy tickets under $90 are a great deal, with standard fares averaging $140 to $210. The peak travel season extends from November through March when daytime temperatures are sunny and pleasant in the 70s. Book 2 to 4 weeks out for the best economy rates.

How much are flights from San Francisco to Scottsdale in 2026?

Flight prices from San Francisco (SFO) to Scottsdale (PHX) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track San Francisco to Scottsdale fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the SFO to PHX route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Scottsdale destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: San Francisco to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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