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$74 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Tucson

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Tucson, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Tucson, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$247
Overall average: $398
Frontier, Alaska Airlines
Sun 4/12Wed 4/15
SFO - TUS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$269
Typical prices: $349-$538
United Airlines
Fri 4/17Wed 4/22
SFO - TUS • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $253 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Cheapest • Avg $298 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Tucson (SFO-TUS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tucson that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Tucson

Sun, Apr 12 - Wed, Apr 15
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1:44 pm - 8:07 am
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TUS
18h 23m
1 stop
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2:20 pm - 8:11 pm
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5h 51m
1 stop
$247Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14
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11:15 am - 7:44 pm
SFO
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TUS
8h 29m
1 stop
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11:51 am - 7:20 pm
TUS
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SFO
7h 29m
1 stop
$253American Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21
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6:00 am - 9:57 am
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TUS
3h 57m
1 stop
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7:40 am - 5:40 pm
TUS
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SFO
10h 00m
1 stop
$256American Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14
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12:59 pm - 9:05 pm
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TUS
8h 06m
1 stop
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11:15 am - 7:56 pm
TUS
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SFO
8h 41m
1 stop
$263Delta
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
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4:03 pm - 9:05 pm
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TUS
5h 02m
1 stop
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6:05 am - 3:21 pm
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9h 16m
1 stop
$266Delta
Sat, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 13
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6:50 am - 4:43 pm
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TUS
9h 53m
1 stop
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1:23 pm - 1:52 pm
TUS
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SFO
24h 29m
1 stop
$267Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Wed, Apr 22
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8:45 pm - 11:17 pm
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TUS
2h 32mnonstop
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12:35 pm - 3:08 pm
TUS
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SFO
2h 33mnonstop
$269United Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
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6:00 am - 10:00 am
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TUS
4h 00m
1 stop
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11:51 am - 7:20 pm
TUS
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SFO
7h 29m
1 stop
$276American Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Wed, Apr 22
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5:00 pm - 9:31 pm
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TUS
4h 31m
1 stop
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4:56 pm - 11:59 pm
TUS
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SFO
7h 03m
1 stop
$278Delta
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 7:44 pm
SFO
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TUS
8h 29m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:53 am - 7:20 pm
TUS
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SFO
11h 27m
1 stop
$283American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Tucson flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Tucson to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Tucson?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tucson clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Tucson, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Francisco, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Tucson?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tucson, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Tucson is July, where tickets cost $279 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $474 and $398 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Tucson?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $339, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Tucson?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tucson, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Tucson, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$74
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Tucson

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Tucson based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Tucson

  • Which cities are served by Tucson International Airport?

    TUS serves several nearby cities, including Green Valley, Drexel Heights, Flowing Wells, Sierra Vista, Casa Adobes, Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina Foothills, Nogales, and Casa Grande.

  • Are there attractions at San Francisco International Airport?

    Yes, SFO airport has an Aquarium near Terminal 1. It displays features from The Tropics, including coral reefs and animals of the rainforest. However, this attraction is a self-guided tour, and you should expect to go through the checkpoint before viewing the aquarium.

  • How do I get from downtown San Francisco to SFO airport?

    If you need public transport, you can take a Caltrain which takes 1h 22min or a Line 22 bus which takes 3h 15min to get to the airport. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or a Towncar if you need a faster journey and get to the airport within 39 minutes.

  • Which airline offers sustainable travel from San Francisco to Tucson?

    Several flights from San Francisco to Tucson offer sustainability. You can choose Alaska Airlines, that have been fuel-efficient for seven years to reduce the impact of carbon on the environment. Some flights have split winglets to lower fuel usage when flying. Again, it cuts carbon emissions by giving passengers boxed water instead of plastic-bottled water to enable recycling. This helps to reduce plastic waste by almost two million pounds.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Tucson?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Tucson was $74 for a one-way ticket and $247 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Tucson?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Francisco to Tucson. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Tucson?

    San Francisco airport is called San Francisco and the only airport in Tucson is Tucson.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Tucson?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Tucson flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Tucson?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Tucson flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Tucson?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Tucson, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Tucson?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Tucson on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Tucson, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Tucson are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $350 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $292 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Tucson?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Tucson.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Tucson?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tucson from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Tucson?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tucson with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and TUS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Tucson?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tucson from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Tucson

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $268 or less one-way and $359 or less round-trip.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has several lounges where you can relax before catching your flight. Centurion Lounge is near Gate 74 at Terminal 3. It has several facilities, including showers, food, and wine tasting. Air France – KLM is near Terminal 1 at Concourse A and has several amenities such as beverages and newspapers. Other lounges include American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club.
  • SFO airport has several areas where your kids can have fun before boarding your flight. Terminal 2 between Gates 54A and 58B has butterflies, a Bird Encounter space, and twirling seats. In addition, it has play stations near the Bay Area. Turpen Aviation Museum is near International Terminal. It displays old airplanes, a passenger lobby dating back to 1930, and a library with aviation information.
  • Passengers with limited mobility should request assistance from their airlines at San Francisco International Airport. After arriving at the airport, you'll get help from an airline representative and staff. If you pass through Domestic Terminals 1, 2, or 3, you'll find staff in check-in areas or near the curbside to help you till you board your flight.
  • If you need to rent a car after arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS), you’ll find several car rentals near the Eastern Exit at the Main Terminal. Thrifty, Mini, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise, and Alamo are some car rentals available. However, ensure you’re over 21 years old and have a valid driving license if you need a rental car.
  • There are several parking options at SFO airport, including ParkFast, International Garage G, Domestic Garage, International Garage G, and Long Term Garage. All you need to do is book a slot before traveling.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Tucson?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from San Francisco to Tucson

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Tucson. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Tucson? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4324 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
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Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

10.0 ExcellentMartie, Mar 2026
LGB - BNA
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Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

Still need to work out the kinks on the new assigned seating boarding process. Otherwise, a very good flight.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

Flight attendants very hospitable and friendly. Pilot flew a smooth take off and landing.

My recent experience was excellent on Delta! I flew with Delta Comfort and I was really comfortable in my seat. I enjoyed the in-flight service. The flight attendants were so friendly and hospitable. I love the snack on the flight as well. This was my first time flying on Delta and I will definitely consider flying with them again.

My flight was canceled on Sunday. Rebooking took three hours. Had to pay for accommodations another night. New flight was delayed for 5 hours, all that was sent was a 12 dollar food voucher, which doesn’t tell you how to use it. Then when we landed we had to sit on the plane for an hour before we could get off.

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

Great experience. Good dinner and service. FA's were very nice and attentive.

Mostly good. The WiFi wasn’t working so that was not great.

Not good. One of my luggage is missing. And until now they can’t find it

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

The worst Airline ever. They centered my second flight and leave me in NY. They don’t have any representatives at the airport and they don’t respond to calls. Basically I got stuck. I will never purchase through there again.

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

I like that the flight attendant was very attentive and helpful. The meal menu could have more of an variety of food choices.

The flight was fine, once we got underway. It was more than hour delayed

We flew in first class. The crew did not offer drinks before the flight took off, but they treated us well during the flight. The food was excellent. There was actually too much food served, but it was nice to have all the options.

Arrived 40 min early which was great - sat in runway for 35 min so no gain. Then waited for luggage 45 min. They need to staff accordingly knowing its one of the busiest week in Phx

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