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July 1 - July 9

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

LAX - Phoenix

$94

$50

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July 1 - July 11

Earliest

LAX - Phoenix

$89

$51

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September 30 - October 21

LAX - Phoenix

$79

$55

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August 15 - August 17

LAX - Phoenix

$87

$56

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August 20 - August 24

LAX - Phoenix

$87

$56

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August 1 - August 10

LAX - Phoenix

$75

$56

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August 12 - August 18

LAX - Phoenix

$81

$56

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September 30 - October 13

LAX - Phoenix

$82

$56

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August 11 - August 12

LAX - Phoenix

$87

$57

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August 20 - August 25

LAX - Phoenix

$86

$57

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix

For those seeking cheap flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $54. Other economical options include April, where the median fare is $74, and December, with a median fare of $125. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall typical fare for this route.

Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix typically range from $165–$556, with a median price of $341. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When flying from Los Angeles to Phoenix, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 25.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Phoenix takes about 14h 38m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route, as most flights involve at least one stopover.

The distance between Los Angeles and Phoenix is 594 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find flights.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Regular price: $73 - $136

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix is between $73 and $136. The current lowest deal is $50 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jul 1-Jul 9.

now $50

Low $73

High $136

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix are cheapest in September, with a median price of $54. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $400. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $54

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $400

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Phoenix

Los Angeles (LAX) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$190

$134

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Phoenix

Los Angeles (LAX) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$207

$146

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Phoenix

Los Angeles (LAX) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$94

$50

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Phoenix

Los Angeles (LAX) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$89

$51

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Phoenix

Los Angeles (LAX) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$177

$95

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Phoenix

Los Angeles (LAX) - Phoenix (PHX)

Frontier Airlines

$177

$97

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix

6 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 13

$178 → $90

50%

1 night

Jul 7 - Jul 8

$179 → $93

48%

7 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 8

$177 → $95

46%

6 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 7

$177 → $97

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Los Angeles - Phoenix route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from LAX to PHX are near the typical level, with a median price of $341.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $54 for flights from LAX to PHX.

⏱️ Flight duration

The median flight duration is 14h 38m.

The median flight duration for this route is 14 hours and 38 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 25.9% of deals are direct, making connecting flights more common for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, more than once a day.

Deals for this route are frequent, appearing on average more than once per day.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a primary departure point for flights to Phoenix.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$50

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix.

📍 ~6 km from Phoenix (reachable by car, bus, and rail).

💸 Flights from ~$50

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative arrival option for flights to the Phoenix area.

📍 ~50 km from Phoenix (reachable by car and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$230

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International is a reliable alternative with significant commercial traffic and a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~180 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$181

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)

Cheapest

Harry Reid International Airport is a major global hub that often provides competitive pricing and direct flight options.

📍 ~400 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$52

Palm Springs International (PSP)

Palm Springs International is a well-equipped airport, good for travelers on the west side of the Phoenix valley.

📍 ~230 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG)

Flagstaff Pulliam offers relatively close proximity for residents in North Phoenix with simple terminal navigation.

📍 ~200 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$383

Ernest A. Love Field (PRC)

Ernest A. Love Field is geographically the closest candidate airport to Phoenix, useful for specific regional connections.

📍 ~140 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Phoenix

Phoenix, United States

34% AI deal score

$685

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix has been 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $350. Waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically sees prices rise significantly, averaging around $800. For those booking 14-27 days out, the average price is $564, while 7-13 days out sees an average of $733. Planning ahead can result in substantial savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix is considered to be $165. The median price for this route over the same period was $341. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares being $556 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $165 threshold.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Phoenix, with a median price of $54. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $74. In contrast, December has typically been the most expensive month, showing a median price of $125. The annual median price for this route is $341, indicating that certain months offer significantly lower fares.

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