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$55+ Cheap flights from Tucson (TUS) to California

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TUS — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/1711:59 amTUS - ONT
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Tue 3/1812:59 amONT - TUS
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$110
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/247:25 amTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 3/267:35 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/254:25 pmTUS - SMF
Nonstop2h 16mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/293:02 pmSMF - TUS
Nonstop2h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1911:31 amTUS - SNA
Nonstop1h 45mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/262:17 pmSNA - TUS
Nonstop1h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$137
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1111:49 amTUS - SNA
1 stop23h 46mFrontier
Tue 4/1512:25 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop22h 28mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$140
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/264:20 pmTUS - SMF
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/11:35 pmSMF - TUS
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/207:30 amTUS - SAN
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/244:25 pmSAN - TUS
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/35:40 amTUS - LAS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Fri 4/45:00 pmLAS - TUS
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$172
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/96:36 pmTUS - LAS
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/147:00 amLAS - TUS
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$176
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:00 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Fri 4/1811:02 amSAN - TUS
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/20$177
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1911:31 amTUS - SNA
Nonstop1h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 3/222:17 pmSNA - TUS
Nonstop1h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$187
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/37:49 pmTUS - LAS
1 stop5h 05mFrontier
Tue 3/412:59 amLAS - TUS
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$190

Find flights from Tucson to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tucson 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 20, 2025.

Fly from

Tucson

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Mon 3/24

7:25 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

7:35 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$117

TucsonOntario

TUS - ONT

TUSONT

Tucson

Fri 4/11

11:49 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Ontario

Sun 4/13

12:59 am-10:53 am

1 stop9h 54m

$120

TucsonSacramento

TUS - SMF

TUSSMF

Tucson

Tue 3/25

4:25 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/29

3:02 pm-5:04 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$137

TucsonSanta Ana

TUS - SNA

TUSSNA

Tucson

Wed 3/19

11:31 am-1:16 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/26

2:17 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$137

TucsonSanta Ana

TUS - SNA

TUSSNA

Tucson

Fri 4/11

11:49 am-11:35 am

1 stop23h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/15

12:25 pm-10:53 am

1 stop22h 28m

$140

TucsonSacramento

TUS - SMF

TUSSMF

Tucson

Wed 3/26

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/1

1:35 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$157

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Thu 3/20

7:30 am-12:12 pm

1 stop4h 42m

San Diego

Mon 3/24

4:25 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$159

TucsonLas Vegas

TUS - LAS

TUSLAS

Tucson

Thu 4/3

5:40 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/7

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$167

TucsonLas Vegas

TUS - LAS

TUSLAS

Tucson

Thu 4/3

3:06 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/7

7:40 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop3h 12m

$176

TucsonLas Vegas

TUS - LAS

TUSLAS

Tucson

Mon 5/5

12:10 pm-4:43 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/8

6:10 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 11m

$177

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Travel insights for flights from Tucson to California

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tucson 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 20, 2025.

When flying from Tucson 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 Tucson to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Tucson 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 20, 2025.

The most flights from TUS to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 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 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Tucson to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 airport do you fly from for flights from Tucson to California?

    Most people fly from Tucson (TUS) if they book a flight from Tucson to California. Tucson is conveniently located just 7.5 mi from Tucson’s city center.

  • How popular is this Tucson to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 37 users have taken a look at flights from Tucson to California.

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

    $55 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $59 and $59, respectively.

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

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Tucson to California consider choosing Finnair (100%), Air France (96%) or Japan Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tucson to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,110 for a flight from Tucson to California. The cheapest flight overall is $96 while the most popular route, (Tucson - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $153.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to California (average of $246). Flying from Tucson 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 5 airlines flying from Tucson to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Tucson 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$172Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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