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$28+ Cheap flights from Tempe, AZ to California

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Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tempe to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$38
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$28
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$137
From Tempe to California
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Cheapest flights from Tempe to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tempe to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/172:30 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Sat 3/226:44 pmLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$48
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 4/216:26 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Mon 4/287:18 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$51
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/1910:33 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/261:48 pmLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$59
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/248:51 amPHX - SJC
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Sat 3/2911:29 amSJC - PHX
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$61
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Wed 3/59:52 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mFrontier
Wed 3/198:10 pmLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 18mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$64
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/197:57 amPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Sat 3/229:53 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$67
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/236:07 amPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/255:52 amLAX - PHX
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$72
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/712:26 pmPHX - SNA
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Mon 3/102:17 pmSNA - PHX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$73
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/102:12 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop9h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:10 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$75
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/53:38 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 11mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/712:14 pmLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$75
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/612:59 pmPHX - SNA
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/106:45 amSNA - PHX
1 stop6h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$83
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/182:12 pmPHX - SNA
1 stop7h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/256:45 amSNA - PHX
1 stop8h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$103

Find flights from Tempe to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tempe 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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Tempe

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/27

6:07 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

10:35 pm-12:09 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$38

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/21

6:26 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 19m

San Diego

Mon 4/28

7:18 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$51

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/19

10:33 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/26

1:48 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$59

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/24

8:51 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 59m

San Jose

Sat 3/29

11:29 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$61

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/5

9:52 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/19

8:10 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$64

PhoenixSan Francisco

PHX - SFO

PHXSFO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/19

7:57 am-10:12 am

Nonstop2h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

9:53 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$67

PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 3/23

6:07 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

5:52 am-3:07 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$72

PhoenixSanta Ana

PHX - SNA

PHXSNA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 3/7

12:26 pm-12:52 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/10

2:17 pm-3:46 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$73

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/5

3:38 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/7

12:14 pm-2:33 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$75

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/10

2:12 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Diego

Wed 3/12

10:10 am-11:39 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$75

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Best time to book a flight from Tempe to California

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Travel insights for flights from Tempe to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to California (average of $246). Flying from Tempe 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 TM9 to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Tempe 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 February 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Tempe to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Tempe 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from TM9 to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (49 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 February 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tempe to California, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    $28 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $31 and $59, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Tempe to California is Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Francisco.

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

    Consider ITA Airways (100%), Lufthansa (98%) or Air China (98%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Tempe to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tempe to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Tempe to California is $30. On average you can expect to pay $1,136. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $48.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to California (average of $246). Flying from Tempe 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 9 airlines flying from Tempe to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Tempe 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$21Average$101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$30Average$60FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$70Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$82Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$98Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$235Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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