$115 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tucson (TUS)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Tucson (SFO-TUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $115 for one-way flights and $150 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$150 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $150 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 4
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$154 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $154 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 4
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$160 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $160 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$164 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $164 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$167 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $167 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$172 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $172 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$174 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $174 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$179 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $179 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$195 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $195 found 1 hour ago
United
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
SFO
San Francisco
TUS
Tucson
$209 Roundtrip, just found
$209
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from San Francisco to Tucson, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $209 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Tucson (TUS)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $157 - $509 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tucson (TUS)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Tucson Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$150
Distance
751 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 17 mins

San Francisco to Tucson Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Tucson

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Tucson are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Tucson with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Tucson

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Tucson: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Tucson

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Tucson in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $115 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Tucson flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Tucson airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) starting at $209. Grab your seat and start your adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 10 2025 and touching down at TUS. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to TUS?
The cheapest flights from SFO to TUS are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Board a nonstop flight with United Airlines and head straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to TUS?
Jet off from SFO to TUS with United. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $224. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 3 2025. Prices were last updated on July 14 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
When jetting out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can choose from an average of 3 daily direct flights to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Flights between SFO and TUS are busiest at 1 PM. If you'd like a quieter trip and possibly cheaper prices, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to TUS?
Saturday offers the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 9:10AM UTC-8, departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be flying for about 2h 8m, arriving at Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) at approximately 12:18PM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
The average flight time from SFO to TUS is 2 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of 750 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to TUS?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 88%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Opt for a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Tucson from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Check out your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). This is the only Tucson airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from SFO to TUS often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible for the best chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to TUS flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SFO to TUS flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
If you booked your SFO to TUS flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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