Question 1

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia typically takes around 5 hours 40 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 11 hours 30 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia, averaging around 7 to 8 flights per day, operated by, among others, American Airlines and United Airlines. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia are operated by, among others, American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights take you to Philadelphia nonstop, making them especially practical for short trips or weekend getaways. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and fees can vary.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

From San Francisco to Philadelphia, there are on average around 7 to 8 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

From San Francisco to Philadelphia, there are around 50 to 51 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia usually departs at 6:00 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Philadelphia.

Question 8

When does the last flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia usually departs at 11:59 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

For flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia, offers from American Airlines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline works for you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

Which airports near Philadelphia are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to Philadelphia, New York may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F93440, F93340 29h 03min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F92513, F93439 14h 40min	Frontier Airlines		$315
Best option San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AA2663 05h 32min	Return 08/25/26 direct AA2506 06h 09min	American Airlines		$465
San Francisco Philadelphia Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94158, F91602 15h 56min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F91601, F93801 12h 10min	Frontier Airlines		$454
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/16/26 1 Stopover (IAH) UA0505, UA2203 08h 59min	Return 08/31/26 1 Stopover (IAH) UA2038, UA1860 10h 08min	United Airlines	?	$455
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/16/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0398, SY1775 07h 34min	Return 08/31/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F92513, F91093 11h 08min	Sun Country Airlines	?	$462
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AA2663 05h 32min	Return 08/25/26 direct AA2506 06h 09min	American Airlines		$469
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SEA) AS0630, AS0371 11h 14min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SEA) AS0370, AS0688 08h 54min	Alaska Airlines	?	$471
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AA2663 05h 32min	Return 08/25/26 direct AA2506 06h 09min	American Airlines	?	$553
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/16/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0396, SY1775 13h 13min	Return 08/31/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY1776, SY0397 13h 30min	Sun Country Airlines		$566
San Francisco Philadelphia	Outbound 08/16/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0396, SY1775 13h 13min	Return 08/31/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY1776, SY0397 13h 30min	Sun Country Airlines		$583

Roundtrip from	$314.98
Flight duration	min. 05:05 / max. 09:00
Return flight duration	min. 06:23/ max. 07:40
Distance	4052 km
Flights per week	67
Departure airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Arrival airport	Airport Philadelphia International Airport, PA (PHL)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure airport - Destination country	San Francisco International Airport, CA - United States

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