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$27+ Cheap flights from Arizona to California

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PHX — LAX
Mar 8 — Mar 151
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Sat 3/15
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Cheap flight deals from Arizona to California

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Round-trip from

$46
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$27
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$172

Good round-trip deal

$91 or less

Good one-way deal

$57 or less
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Cheapest flights from Arizona to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Arizona to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/187:57 pmLAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/1911:04 amLAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$39
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/215:43 pmLAS - BUR
Nonstop1h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/226:13 pmBUR - LAS
Nonstop1h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$46
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/285:05 amLAS - OAK
Nonstop1h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/306:55 pmOAK - LAS
Nonstop1h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$46
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/254:02 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 13mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/279:40 amLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$48
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/188:48 amLAS - SNA
Nonstop1h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/196:45 amSNA - LAS
Nonstop1h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$48
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/252:30 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Tue 3/256:44 pmLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$53
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1110:33 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1311:59 amLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1910:50 amLAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/238:09 pmLAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/139:43 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mFrontier
Sat 3/155:30 amLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/274:43 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Tue 4/17:52 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$77
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:15 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Sat 5/37:18 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$78
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/153:36 pmLAS - SNA
Nonstop1h 15mFrontier
Mon 3/173:32 pmSNA - LAS
Nonstop1h 15mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$78

Find flights from Arizona to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Arizona to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

Fly from

Arizona

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasLos Angeles

LAS - LAX

LASLAX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/18

7:57 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/19

11:04 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$39

Las VegasBurbank

LAS - BUR

LASBUR

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/21

5:43 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 3/22

6:13 pm-7:23 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$46

Las VegasOakland

LAS - OAK

LASOAK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/28

5:05 am-6:36 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Oakland

Sun 3/30

6:55 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$46

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/19

4:02 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/26

1:48 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$48

Las VegasSanta Ana

LAS - SNA

LASSNA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/18

8:48 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/19

6:45 am-7:53 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$48

PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/25

2:30 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

6:44 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$53

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/11

10:33 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/13

11:59 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$63

Las VegasLos Angeles

LAS - LAX

LASLAX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/19

10:50 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

8:09 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$64

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/13

9:43 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/15

5:30 am-6:47 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$77

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/27

4:43 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

7:52 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$77

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Best time to book a flight from Arizona to California

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Travel insights for flights from Arizona to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Arizona to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Arizona to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to California (average of $246). Flying from Arizona to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AZ to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Arizona to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Arizona to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Arizona to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Arizona to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

The most flights from USAZ to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (90 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Arizona to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
152 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,319 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Arizona to California Travel Guide

Southwest Airlines is one of the main airlines to fly directly from Arizona to California, another popular airline would be American Airlines, and another airline with direct flights from Arizona to California would be Delta Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Arizona to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Arizona to California flights?

    Arizona and California have multiple airports in each state that have flights from Arizona to California for visitors to book. For example, Arizona has six major airports to choose from, and another three regional airports as well. California on the other hand has 13 international airports. Any of these 13 airports is available for flights from Arizona to California. The most popular airport to fly from Arizona is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport while the most popular airport to leave from California is the Los Angeles International Airport.

  • What are the stopover options between Arizona to California?

    A majority of flights from Arizona to California are non-stop flights. The flight being a short 1h 35m. Cheaper flights could mean stopover flights from Arizona to Colorado and back down to California, taking as long as 9h 25m to get from Arizona to California. That is an option but it isn’t hard to find less expensive flights online if you look hard enough. There are always flights leaving from Arizona just as there are always flights arriving in California and with a bit of research it would be easy to find inexpensive tickets to purchase.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Arizona to California?

    With Arizona and California both being inside of the United States you will not need to have a visa if you are a US Citizen as it would be a domestic flight and unnecessary for someone to have a visa. Typically you would only need a form of photo identification in order to validate who you are and be able to fly domestically from Arizona to California with the form of identification a passport or a driver’s license.

  • What are the sustainable flight options for passengers traveling from Arizona to California?

    For passengers traveling from Arizona to California, some airlines offer connecting flights between the destinations. The destination has several departure airports, including Prescott Municipal Airport (PRC) and Tucson International Airport (TUS). However, PHX is more sustainable because it has carriers providing direct flights. The arrival airports include LAX, San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and San Diego International Airport (SAN), among others. SFO has an anti-plastic policy and is committed to reducing carbon emissions. It's also less busy and therefore emits less carbon. Qatar Airways and Delta airlines are more sustainable airlines you’ll find.

  • What are the parking options at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)?

    Those traveling with their vehicles into the PHX have a limited parking lot because the airport encourages passengers to use public transport. When traveling to the airport, try to use public transport or be sure to pay more for your parking. The Premium Economy-covered parking lot is available in Terminal 3 west economy garage and is suitable for those who wish to park their vehicles for a long-term period.

  • What are sustainable hotel options near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Passengers making a late evening arrival at the LAX, there are a couple of options for them to choose from when it comes to where to spend the night. The Sonesta Los Angeles Airport, located 0.5 miles from the airport, is the most convenient option for passengers in the airport due to its proximity. Besides, the hotel has low-flow showerheads to save energy.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Arizona to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $27. Frontier flights start at $28 while deals on American Airlines start at $48 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Arizona to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Arizona to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Arizona to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Arizona to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Arizona to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Arizona to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Arizona to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to California (average of $246). Flying from Arizona to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Arizona to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Arizona to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$21Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$69Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$84Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$98Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$110Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) has always been vocal abouts dedication to provide sustainable flights. That's why it's recommended to use it when traveling to California. Do not carry plastic water bottles to the airport.
  • Passengers traveling to California through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) with their cars should use Google Maps to navigate to the airport to avoid spending much fuel. Use a hybrid vehicle to minimize your carbon footprint.
  • Passengers scheduled for early morning travel should book hotels near the PHX. Best Western International Inc is sustainable. It's known for its sustainability initiatives, like using eco-friendly lighting and minimizing water waste.
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