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$64+ Cheap flights from California to Tucson (TUS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TUS
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Tucson

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Tucson flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$187
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less

Good one-way deal

$101 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Tucson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Tucson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/2112:01 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop22h 42mFrontier
Thu 5/2912:52 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop4h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$187
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/283:46 pmLAS - TUS
1 stop18h 57mFrontier
Sun 6/112:52 pmTUS - LAS
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/219:45 amSNA - TUS
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Wed 5/284:55 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/23$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/176:15 amSMF - TUS
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Tue 5/204:55 pmTUS - SMF
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/23$197
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/245:21 pmONT - TUS
1 stop17h 22mFrontier
Sun 5/2512:52 pmTUS - ONT
1 stop3h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$200
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/211:23 pmSAN - TUS
1 stop21h 20mFrontier
Sun 5/2511:28 amTUS - SAN
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/198:05 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 5/215:35 pmTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 6/65:10 pmSMF - TUS
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Mon 6/93:00 pmTUS - SMF
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/216:59 pmLAX - TUS
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Thu 5/224:30 pmTUS - LAX
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 5/277:05 pmLAX - TUS
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Thu 5/296:40 pmTUS - LAX
1 stop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 6/87:45 amSNA - TUS
1 stop3h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/104:57 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 7/146:15 amSAN - TUS
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Tue 7/224:25 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/23$229

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Tucson 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 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Tucson that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Tucson

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/21

12:01 pm-10:43 am

1 stop22h 42m

Tucson

Thu 5/29

12:52 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$187

Las VegasTucson

LAS - TUS

LASTUS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/28

3:46 pm-10:43 am

1 stop18h 57m

Tucson

Sun 6/1

12:52 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$195

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/21

9:45 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Tucson

Wed 5/28

4:55 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$197

SacramentoTucson

SMF - TUS

SMFTUS

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/17

6:15 am-11:08 am

1 stop4h 53m

Tucson

Tue 5/20

4:55 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$197

OntarioTucson

ONT - TUS

ONTTUS

Ontario

Sat 5/24

5:21 pm-10:43 am

1 stop17h 22m

Tucson

Sun 5/25

12:52 pm-11:43 am

1 stop22h 51m

$200

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Mon 5/19

8:05 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Tucson

Wed 5/21

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$209

SacramentoTucson

SMF - TUS

SMFTUS

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/6

5:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Tucson

Mon 6/9

3:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$217

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Wed 5/14

6:20 am-10:06 am

1 stop3h 46m

Tucson

Tue 5/20

1:58 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$221

Los AngelesTucson

LAX - TUS

LAXTUS

Los Angeles

Wed 5/21

6:59 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Tucson

Thu 5/22

4:30 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$224

Los AngelesTucson

LAX - TUS

LAXTUS

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

7:05 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Tucson

Thu 5/29

6:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop3h 15m

$226

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Best time to book a flight from California to Tucson

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tucson from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Tucson

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from California to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 TUS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Tucson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from California to Tucson, 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 Tucson

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Tucson. 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 24, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to TUS are scheduled on a Monday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

Rainfall in Tucson by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tucson ranges from 0.2 - 2.4 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Tucson when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Tucson by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tucson, 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 87.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Tucson, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Tucson from California?

    Tucson (TUS), located 7.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Tucson.

  • How popular is this California to Tucson flight route?

    This flight path from California to Tucson was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $64 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $84 and American Airlines from $99 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Tucson, San Francisco - Tucson or Ontario - Tucson when deciding on the best route from California to Tucson.

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

    Consider Southwest (90%), Finnair (89%) or Alaska Airlines (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Tucson.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Tucson?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $114. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Tucson) can be booked for $211 on average our data indicates $233 when flying from California to Tucson.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from California to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Tucson

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Tucson. 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$147Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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