Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport.
Each week, there are 55 Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 07:00 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:20 with Southwest Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LAX to TUS flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Tucson (and then other corners of United States) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.
With a dependable 89.74% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier for LAX to TUS flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between LAX and TUS include:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
At the moment, $70 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $149. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from LAX to TUS, book your journey ten months ahead of your departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from LAX to TUS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Consider booking a hotel near TUS if you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tucson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget to explore Tucson and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tucson International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
The address for TUS is 7005 South Plumer Ave..
From Tucson International Airport, Tucson is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 3 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Tucson. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport for June if you want to explore Tucson during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to TUS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tucson. Around 161 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
El Paso is another well-known destination in United States and is around 434 kilometers east of Tucson. No trip is complete without seeing Franklin Mountains State Park, Wyler Aerial Tramway and Chamizal National Memorial.
