Sedona from San Francisco, Oct 23–25: round trip from $278
Round-trip flights from San Francisco for a Sedona weekend cost $278 per person ($556 for two) for Oct 23–25, 2026. That covers 2 nights, flying nonstop on Frontier from SFO to Phoenix. The forecast shows highs of 56–72°F with little rain, and Cedars Resort, the best-value hotel we found, is $613 for both nights.
The flight
$293 $278 per person, round trip
the typical fare on this route
$556 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 2h 12m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 5:48 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 8:00 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $278 | nonstop | 2h 12m |
| Frontier | $332 | 1 stop | 7h 1m |
| Frontier | $320 | 1 stop | 4h 6m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 5:08 PM PDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $556 |
| The Views Inn Sedona, 2 nights | $480 |
| Trip total for two | $1,036 |
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Why go now
The fare is $278 per person round trip, nonstop, which is $22 below the typical fare on this route. That puts it 7% under the $300 median of our 13 earlier checks. Across the 12 offers we saw, fares ran from $278 to $437, so this is the low end of what's out there right now. Prices are all-in as found when we checked, and they can move. October is Sedona's peak season, with the mildest hiking weather and the highest rates, which is why hotels start at $307 a night. The forecast backs that up: Saturday is clear with a high of 69°F, Sunday is partly cloudy at 72°F, and the chance of rain stays at 13% or under. The flight leaves Friday at 5:48 PM, so you can put in a full workday and still land in Arizona at 8:00 PM.
The kind of trip this is
This is a nature-and-wellness weekend in the desert: red-rock trails in the morning, a slow afternoon and stars at night. It suits couples who want a romantic reset and friends who like a hike that ends with a view. The pace is relaxed but active. Saturday is your big day outside, and Sunday leaves room for one more trail or a scenic drive before heading home.
Weather in Sedona, Oct 23–25
Highs 66–72°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 72 °F | 45 °F | 2% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 66 °F | 48 °F | 3% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 70 °F | 46 °F | 6% |
Where to stay in Sedona
Cedars Resort is the best value at $613 for both nights ($307 a night) in a Standard Queen Room. It scores 8.6 from 1,454 reviews and has free cancellation. Kokopelli Inn Sedona, Trademark Collection by Wyndham is the top rated at 9 from 1,174 reviews. It costs $690 for the stay ($345 a night) for a room with two queen beds, which is handy for friends, and it's also free to cancel. Dreamcatcher Inn of Sedona, our budget pick, is in West Sedona at $641 ($321 a night) for a kitchenette room with two queens, with a 7.8 score from 955 reviews. Heads-up: that rate can't be canceled for free. All three rates are room only. West Sedona has most of the hotels and restaurants and is close to the trailheads, while Uptown Sedona has walkable shops and galleries.
The Views Inn Sedona
$480 for 2 nights, two guests · $240 a night
See roomsSky Ranch Lodge
$1,162 for 2 nights, two guests · $581 a night
See roomsHilton Vacation Club Ridge on Sedona
$562 for 2 nights, two guests · $281 a night
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Where in Sedona
- Uptown Sedona: Walkable shops and galleries with red-rock views from the main street.
- West Sedona: Most hotels and restaurants, close to the trailheads.
- Oak Creek Canyon: Creekside cabins and lodges in the shade north of town.
- Village of Oak Creek: Resorts and golf beneath Bell Rock, a few miles south.
- Boynton Canyon: Secluded luxury spa resorts like Enchantment.
What to do in Sedona
- Hike Cathedral Rock or Devil's Bridge on Saturday, when the forecast is clear with a high of 69°F.
- Take a Pink Jeep tour over the slickrock if you'd rather ride than hike.
- Slide down the natural chute at Slide Rock State Park on Sunday, the warmest day at 72°F.
- Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross for an easy stop between hikes.
- Drive Oak Creek Canyon to Flagstaff, past the creekside cabins and lodges north of town.
- Stargaze in a certified dark-sky community, and bring a warm layer for lows near 37°F.
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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 Sedona | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG) |
| Flight time | 2h 12m nonstop |
| Distance | 626 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 2 nights in Sedona costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $556 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (The Views Inn Sedona) | $480 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $760 |
| Total for two | $1,796 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: San Francisco to Sedona
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $278 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $56 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $293 |
| Price checks | 21 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Peak season with the mildest hiking weather and the highest rates
- No passport needed: it's a domestic trip, you pay in US dollars, and there's no time difference from San Francisco.
- The nonstop Frontier flight leaves SFO on Friday, Oct 23 at 5:48 PM and lands at Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) at 8:00 PM, 2h 12m later.
- Sedona is two hours north of Phoenix. Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG) is the other airport listed for the area.
- October is peak season, with the mildest hiking weather and the highest rates.
- Prices include taxes and fees as found when we checked. Cedars Resort and Kokopelli Inn offer free cancellation; Dreamcatcher Inn doesn't.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
It's $278 per person round trip, or $556 for two, nonstop on Frontier from SFO. That's $22 below the typical fare on this route. It's an all-in price as found when we checked, and it can change.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
We estimate $1,929 for two: $556 for flights, $613 for 2 nights at Cedars Resort and $760 for spending, which is $190 per person per day.
What is the weather like?
Friday is overcast with a high of 56°F and a low of 37°F. Saturday is clear at 69°F, and Sunday is partly cloudy at 72°F with a low of 49°F. Rain chances run from 6% to 13%.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for a first look. You land Friday evening, Saturday is a full day for a hike, a Pink Jeep tour and stargazing, and Sunday leaves time for the Chapel of the Holy Cross or Slide Rock State Park.
How do I get from the airport?
The flight lands at Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) at 8:00 PM, and Sedona is two hours north of Phoenix, so plan for that leg on Friday night.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip in US dollars, and Arizona is on the same clock as San Francisco for these dates.
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