Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 52.3 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Train | PHX Sky Train to 44th St/Washington station, then Valley Metro Rail to downtown | $2 light rail fare to downtown |
Flights from San Francisco to Phoenix
4 airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Phoenix.
- Distance
- 653 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- +1h / Same time
- Nonstop airlines
- 4
Fares from San Francisco to Phoenix
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| United Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Phoenix
Before you go
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
Phoenix is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Phoenix uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Phoenix guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Phoenix?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Phoenix?
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
How far is Phoenix from San Francisco?
About 653 miles (1,051 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Phoenix is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
What ID do I need to fly to Phoenix?
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
How do I get from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport into Phoenix?
PHX Sky Train to 44th St/Washington station, then Valley Metro Rail to downtown, $2 light rail fare to downtown.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.