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

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 12:28
• Latest: departs at 19:35 and lands at 02:03.

The flight takes about 6h 28m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco.

A direct flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco takes 6h 28m, covering 2,513 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco range from £268 to £400, with an average of £323 over the past 12 months. Anything below £268 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the £323 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £221 return via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared with £332 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £30–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 16%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £284 to £1,728. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to San Francisco flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Philadelphia to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £170, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 36% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) – 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £304 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £383, a difference of £79.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Philadelphia and San Francisco. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 38m, compared to 7h 42m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 8h 14m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

San Francisco is 3 hours behind Philadelphia (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Among airlines operating Philadelphia to San Francisco flights:

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

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

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