Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 2 hours 8 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Tucson and San Francisco share the same timezone — UTC-7.
Take your pick of 106 weekly flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport. The 06:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight out from SFO to TUS. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:22 if you're not into early starts.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between SFO and TUS:
San Diego International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport is C$101. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$201. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from SFO to TUS.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco, San Francisco International Airport can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near TUS instead:
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Tucson International Airport to central Tucson takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours and 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Tucson. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Tucson is June, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tucson International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to TUS in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 20ºC then.
More about Tucson
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Tucson right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from SFO to TUS:
The University of Arizona and Reid Park Zoo are just two of the top attractions to add to your Tucson travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
Complete your Tucson trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tucson International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Tucson stay.
