Phoenix & Scottsdale from San Francisco, 14 – 21 Nov: £963 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Frontier, 2h 3m
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town, rated 8.5 by 176 guests
- Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
The catch: Hold luggage, seat selection and any resort fee are extra: they are not in the total.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Phoenix & Scottsdale is 7 nights from San Francisco, 14 – 21 Nov 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £66 per person (Frontier, nonstop, 2h 3m). Hotels start at £103 a night; Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year.
The total, before you go
£963 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £133 |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £830 |
| The total, before you go | £963 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £181 |
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £45 each way per bag on Frontier, £181 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£66 per person, return
£133 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 2h 3m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 5:07 PM – Sat, Nov 14, 8:10 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | £66 | nonstop | 2h 3m |
| Frontier | £81 | 1 stop | 5h 59m |
| Frontier | £103 | 1 stop | 8h 59m |
Prices checked 11 Oct 2026, 21:50 GMT-7. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Phoenix & Scottsdale
Why we picked it: $88 per person for a full week on a 2h 3m nonstop, with typical highs of 71–81°F in mid-November.
Phoenix and Scottsdale are the desert escape for sunshine, golf, spa resorts, cactus-studded hikes and a lively Old Town bar scene.
Weather in Phoenix & Scottsdale, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 81 °F | 54 °F | Clear |
| Sun 15 Nov | 79 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 16 Nov | 72 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 17 Nov | 74 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Wed 18 Nov | 71 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Thu 19 Nov | 72 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 20 Nov | 72 °F | 50 °F | Clear |
| Sat 21 Nov | 75 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Phoenix & Scottsdale
Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town
£830 for 7 nights, two guests · £118 a night
See roomsOrange Tree Resort
£935 for 7 nights, two guests · £133 a night
See roomsCamelback Cozy
£716 for 7 nights, two guests · £103 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Phoenix & Scottsdale for these dates
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Where in Phoenix & Scottsdale
- Old Town Scottsdale: Walkable galleries, bars and restaurants with resort-style hotels nearby.
- North Scottsdale: Large desert resorts, golf and spas.
- Paradise Valley: Secluded luxury resorts beneath Camelback Mountain.
- Downtown Phoenix: Arts district, sports arenas and lower rates.
- Tempe: Lakeside hotels near the university and the airport.
What to do in Phoenix & Scottsdale
Signature experiences
- Hike Camelback Mountain or Piestewa Peak at sunrise
- Tour Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West
- Walk the Desert Botanical Garden
- Catch spring training baseball in the Cactus League
- Spend a spa day at a Sonoran Desert resort
- Take a hot-air balloon ride over the desert
Tours and tickets in Phoenix & Scottsdale
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Getting there and around
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland San Francisco Bay (OAK), San Jose Mineta International (SJC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 2h 3m nonstop |
| Distance | 659 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 7 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £133 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town) | £830 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £1,372 |
| Total for two | £2,334 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: San Francisco to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £66 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £66 (12 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Phoenix & Scottsdale.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 7 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale from San Francisco cost?
About £2,334 for two: £133 in flights, £830 for the hotel and £1,372 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Phoenix & Scottsdale 14 – 21 Nov?
Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Phoenix & Scottsdale?
No. No passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Phoenix & Scottsdale.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Phoenix & Scottsdale?
2h 3m nonstop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is £66 a good price for San Francisco to Phoenix & Scottsdale?
We have 3 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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