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$26+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to California

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PHX — LAX
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Tue 2/11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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$47
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One-way from

$26
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Average price

$137
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 3/1810:33 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mFrontier
Sat 3/225:30 amLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$47
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/217:07 amPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 2/248:36 amLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$48
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/2812:35 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/19:28 amLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$48
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 2/1411:25 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/169:28 amLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$50
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 2/1312:35 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop11h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/208:55 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$57
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/85:10 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 23mFrontier
Tue 2/113:51 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$58
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/112:30 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/189:00 amLAX - PHX
1 stop4h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$61
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/214:34 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Mon 2/248:13 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$63
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 3/67:00 amPHX - SJC
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Sun 3/98:49 amSJC - PHX
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$64
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 2/1312:35 pmPHX - SJC
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/167:59 amSJC - PHX
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$67
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Thu 2/1312:35 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop11h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/176:15 amSAN - PHX
1 stop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$72
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/112:35 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop12h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/35:10 amOAK - PHX
1 stop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$78

Find flights from Phoenix to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 January 30, 2025.

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PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/1

3:30 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

6:45 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$43

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/18

10:33 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/22

5:30 am-6:47 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$47

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/28

12:35 pm-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/6

12:14 pm-2:33 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$48

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/14

11:25 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/16

9:28 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$50

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 2/13

12:35 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop11h 21m

San Diego

Thu 2/20

8:55 am-11:18 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$57

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 2/13

7:35 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

8:10 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$58

PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 2/13

12:35 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

9:23 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$60

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/14

4:34 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

3:47 pm-6:49 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$63

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/14

7:00 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 59m

San Jose

Thu 2/20

8:59 am-11:52 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$63

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/1

12:35 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop5h 10m

San Jose

Mon 3/3

11:34 am-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$65

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to California

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Travel insights for flights from Phoenix to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to California (average of $246). Flying from Phoenix 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 PHX to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 January 30, 2025.

When flying from Phoenix to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix 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 January 30, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (44 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 January 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Phoenix to California have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,686 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,906 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $26. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Phoenix to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Phoenix to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Phoenix to California consider Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Los Angeles, Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco or Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Phoenix, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (98%), Envoy Air (97%), Qatar Airways( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to California?

    While on average a flight from Phoenix to California is generally $1,038, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $32. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $38 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to California (average of $246). Flying from Phoenix 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 8 airlines flying from Phoenix to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$30Average$60FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$31Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$69Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$69Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$100Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$108Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$109Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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