Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Francisco
2,515 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Philadelphia to San Francisco at a glance
Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO) cover 2,515 miles (4,046 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 4 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.
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Flying from Philadelphia to San Francisco covers 2,515 miles (4,047 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 4 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 2,515 miles. Direct carriers include AA, UA, US and VX.
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Airlines on this route
4 airlines fly Philadelphia → San Francisco. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| AA | Direct |
| UA | Direct |
| US | Direct |
| VX | Direct |
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Philadelphia to San Francisco — quick answers
How far is Philadelphia from San Francisco by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Francisco (SFO) is 2,515 miles (4,046 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
The average nonstop flight time from PHL to SFO is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Philadelphia to San Francisco?
4 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, UA, US, VX. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.