$68 Cheap Flights from Tucson (TUS) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $68 for one-way flights and $135 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 29
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$135 Roundtrip, just found
$135
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $135 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$137 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $137 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 29
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $140 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 3
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$145 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $145 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 27
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $146 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 3
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$150 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $150 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$152 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $152 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 3
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$176 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $176 found 8 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 20
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$199 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $199 found 3 days ago
United
Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 21
TUS
Tucson
SFO
San Francisco
$209 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Tucson to San Francisco, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $209 found 1 hour ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $139 - $612 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
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Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $234
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Flights from Tucson (TUS) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Tucson Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$134
Distance
751 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 24 mins

Tucson to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tucson to San Francisco

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 Tucson to San Francisco are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Tucson to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tucson to San Francisco: 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 Tucson to San Francisco

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 Tucson to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $68 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 Tucson to San Francisco 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 Tucson to San Francisco 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 Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $68 or cheap return flight from $135 from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The cheapest month to fly from TUS to SFO is October, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are generally when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're departing from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS), you can jump on a direct flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and fares all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest TUS to SFO flight.
How many flights per day from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
With, on average, 3 nonstop flights departing from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
More passengers fly between TUS and SFO at 1 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from TUS to SFO?
Wednesday offers the most flights from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:10AM UTC-7, heading out of Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). You'll be traveling for about 2h 34m, arriving at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 9:44AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It usually takes 2 hours and 29 minutes to cover the 750 mi from TUS to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from TUS to SFO?
United Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time rating of 84%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight status before you take off and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 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 San Francisco from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from TUS to SFO shortly before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a TUS to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a TUS to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your TUS to SFO flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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