Question 1

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Tucson?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tucson typically takes around 1 hour 19 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 3 hours 14 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Tucson?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Tucson, averaging around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, 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 Tucson?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from San Francisco to Tucson are operated by, among others, United Airlines. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with American Airlines (via Los Angeles, Phoenix - Sky Harbor) and Alaska Airlines (via Los Angeles). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Tucson 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 Tucson?

Accepted Answer

On the route from San Francisco to Tucson, there are on average around 2 to 3 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

On the route from San Francisco to Tucson, there are around 18 to 19 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tucson usually departs at 8:10 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 Tucson.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tucson usually departs at 9:22 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.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA2414, AA6294 06h 27min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA6294, AA2421 04h 00min	American Airlines		$371
Best option San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AA1097, AA6296 04h 14min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA3650, AA2321 04h 09min	American Airlines		$372
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 09/29/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS0520, AS4706 05h 47min	Return 10/25/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS6777, AS1411 05h 30min	Alaska Airlines		$389
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 09/29/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS0520, AS4706 05h 47min	Return 10/25/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS6777, AS1411 05h 30min	Alaska Airlines	?	$395
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS1499, AS4522 05h 24min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS6777, AS0091 04h 33min	Alaska Airlines		$399
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA6404, AA2997 05h 21min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AA6393, AA6188 05h 31min	American Airlines	?	$453
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 09/29/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AA3247, AA6296 14h 09min	Return 10/25/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA3319, AA0686 03h 28min	American Airlines		$457
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 09/29/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AA1022, AA6315 07h 56min	Return 10/25/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA3319, AA0686 03h 28min	American Airlines	?	$554
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 08/20/26 3 Stopovers (BOI, LAX, PHX) AS3375, AS3126, AA3053, AA6369 39h 27min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AA6393, AS1501 24h 59min	Alaska Airlines, American Airlines	?	$768
San Francisco Tucson	Outbound 09/29/26 4 Stopovers (MIA, SAL, IAH, DEN) AA1842, AA0927, UA1130, UA1874, UA1511 32h 45min	Return 10/25/26 4 Stopovers (ORD, ZRH, FRA, SEA) UA2857, UA0003, DE4318, DE2032, AS0619 37h 59min	American Airlines, United Airlines	?	$2,322

Roundtrip from	$371.00
Flight duration	min. 02:08 / max. 02:18
Return flight duration	min. 02:26/ max. 02:35
Distance	1209 km
Flights per week	26
Departure airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Arrival airport	Airport Tucson-AZ (TUS)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure airport - Destination country	San Francisco International Airport, CA - United States

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