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$38+ Cheap flights from California to Tempe, AZ

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Cheap flight deals from California to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$61
(Frontier)

One-way from

$38
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$147
From California to Tempe
One-way flight from California to Tempe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/268:05 pmLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Mon 4/282:59 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/87:28 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sun 5/116:15 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$68
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/910:30 pmSFO - PHX
Nonstop2h 05mFrontier
Sun 5/112:37 pmPHX - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$84
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/225:38 pmLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/242:34 pmPHX - LAX
1 stop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$85
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/286:15 amSAN - PHX
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/305:06 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$86
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1010:55 amLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/101:33 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$92
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/245:15 amLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 4/2810:05 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$97
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/1611:00 amSNA - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sun 5/188:25 amPHX - SNA
Nonstop1h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$102
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/148:29 amSAN - PHX
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/212:34 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$102
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/286:45 amSNA - PHX
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/282:34 pmPHX - SNA
1 stop6h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$103
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/289:00 amLAX - PHX
1 stop4h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/52:34 pmPHX - LAX
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/211:00 amSNA - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/89:19 amPHX - SNA
1 stop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$108

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Tempe 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Tempe that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Tempe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesPhoenix

LAX - PHX

LAXPHX

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

8:05 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

2:59 pm-4:33 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$60

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 5/8

7:28 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/11

6:15 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$68

San FranciscoPhoenix

SFO - PHX

SFOPHX

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

10:30 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/11

2:37 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$84

Los AngelesPhoenix

LAX - PHX

LAXPHX

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

5:38 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/24

2:34 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$85

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 4/28

6:15 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/30

5:06 pm-6:28 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$86

Los AngelesPhoenix

LAX - PHX

LAXPHX

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

10:55 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/10

1:33 pm-3:01 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$92

Los AngelesPhoenix

LAX - PHX

LAXPHX

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

5:15 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

10:05 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 4/14

8:29 am-1:28 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/21

2:34 pm-7:34 am

1 stop17h 00m

$102

Santa AnaPhoenix

SNA - PHX

SNAPHX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/16

11:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/18

8:25 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$102

Santa AnaPhoenix

SNA - PHX

SNAPHX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/28

6:45 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

2:34 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$103

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from California to Tempe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Tempe

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tempe (average of $258). Flying from California to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 CA to TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Tempe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

When flying from California to Tempe, 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 California to Tempe

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Tempe. 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 April 2, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to TM9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (83 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

Rainfall in Tempe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tempe ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Tempe when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Tempe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tempe, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Tempe, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. Spirit Airlines flights start at $45 while deals on Delta start at $59 one-way.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Tempe are Envoy Air (97%), Finnair (94%) and China Southern (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Tempe?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Tempe is $47. On average you can expect to pay $651. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), can usually be booked for $60.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tempe (average of $258). Flying from California to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Tempe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Tempe. 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$34Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$74Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$78Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$99Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$101Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Allegiant AirCheapest$103Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$108Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$135Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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