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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tucson to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:32 am
• Latest: departs at 8:10 pm and lands at 10:42 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 32m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tucson to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Tucson to San Francisco takes 2h 32m, covering 750 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Tucson to San Francisco range from $286 to $445, with an average of $360 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $360 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $216 round-trip via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared to $377 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Tucson to San Francisco flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $299 to $1,340. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Tucson to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Tucson to San Francisco usually depart from Tucson (TUS) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Tucson to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 35% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Tucson to San Francisco. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $321 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $423, a difference of $102.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Tucson and San Francisco.

Flying via Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 06m, compared with 4h 13m via San Diego (SAN) and 4h 22m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Tucson to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you are traveling with your fur baby, then TUS has got your back. There are four areas designated for pets to stretch, play, hydrate and do their potty breaks. The pet relief areas are located at Landside, main terminal, outside baggage claim area and Airside, inside the restrooms at concourse A and B.

Suppose you have an early morning flight and want a good night’s sleep before traveling to SFO, there are nice hotels near TUS. They include the Four points by Sheraton Tucson Airport, Hampton Inn, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndam Tucson Airport and Double Tree Suites by Hilton Hotel Tuscon Airport. The hotels are within walking distance if you feel energetic enough to walk, or you could opt for the free airport shuttles provided by the airport.

There is a USO lounge at SFO, located on the Mezzanine Level of Terminal 1. You can access it via the elevators located behind the Delta Airlines ticket counter. The lounge offers free access to active members of the U.S. military and their family.

If you want to hang around the airport after your arrival, there are a bunch of fun activities that you can take part in. You could visit the Aviation Museum at the International Terminal, landside to learn more about the airport. Still at the International Terminal, you could also go to the outdoor terrace to watch planes take off and land. Alternatively, you could participate in a self-guided tour, whereby children can compete the route and win prizes from the info desk.