Can I fly direct from Phoenix to Los Angeles?

Yes, direct flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles are available. Historically, approximately 52.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How many hours is the flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles?

A direct flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles typically takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 59 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 594 kilometers.

Should I set a price alert for Phoenix to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles are frequent. This indicates that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, making price alerts a useful tool for travelers. Over a 30-day period, this route has consistently shown a high frequency of deals.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Phoenix to Los Angeles

2026-08-17 – 2026-08-22
PHX - Los Angeles
71% AI deal score
$106
$63
Round trip
2026-09-19 – 2026-09-21
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49% AI deal score
$88
$63
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2026-09-26 – 2026-09-28
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$90
$63
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$90
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2026-11-04 – 2026-11-05
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-20
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70% AI deal score
$101
$64
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-24
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$102
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2026-08-15 – 2026-08-27
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Phoenix to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles, the data indicates that August is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $60. Other cost-effective options include September, with a median fare of $69, and July, where the median fare is $70. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Right now, fares from Phoenix to Los Angeles are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $67 to $422, and a median of $161 over the last 90 days. Despite the current pricing, 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that opportunities for savings do arise. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

A typical journey from Phoenix to Los Angeles takes about 1h 30m, including connections. This route is characterized by a mixed share of direct flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles, with 52.6% of recent itineraries being non-stop. For those flights that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between Phoenix and Los Angeles is 594 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick travel times, even when connections are involved.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to Los Angeles

Regular price: $78 - $142

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

The regular price range for this route is $78 to $142. The current lowest deal is $63 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 15-Aug 17.

now $63

Low $78

High $142

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from PHX to LAX is August, with a median price of $60. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $581. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $60

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $581

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to Los Angeles

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southern Airways

$326

$208

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$201

$129

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$187

$135

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$178

$86

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$96

$65

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$210

$130

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$230 → $86

63%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$223 → $80

64%

1 night

Aug 19 - Aug 20

$224 → $84

62%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$227 → $90

60%

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Phoenix - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Phoenix to Los Angeles are above the typical level, at $63.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $60.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

The typical direct flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles takes 1h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines historically offers direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a $63 deal

Frontier Airlines recently offered a roundtrip for $63 from August 15-17.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~6 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$155

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Los Angeles.

📍 ~42 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$155

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary gateway to Los Angeles and the surrounding Southern California region.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$56

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank (BUR) is a useful alternative for travelers heading to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~25 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

68% AI deal score

$1,119

$780

Save $339

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this window have an average price of $141. Booking too close to departure, such as 0-6 days out, sees the average price rise significantly to $619. Even booking more than 60 days in advance can result in higher prices, averaging around $355.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $67. The median price for this route over the same period was $161. Prices can go up to $422 or more for flights that are not considered good deals, based on historical data over a 90-day window.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Phoenix to Los Angeles are August, with a median price of $60, and September, with a median price of $69. July also offers relatively low prices, with a median of $70. The annual median price for this route is $161, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Phoenix to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to Los Angeles

Regular price: $78 - $142

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

The regular price range for this route is $78 to $142. The current lowest deal is $63 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 15-Aug 17.

now $63

Low $78

High $142

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Los Angeles

August

Cheapest

Flights from $60

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $581

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to Los Angeles

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southern Airways

$326

$208

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$201

$129

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$187

$135

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$178

$86

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$96

$65

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Los Angeles

Phoenix (PHX) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$210

$130

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$230 → $86

63%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$223 → $80

64%

1 night

Aug 19 - Aug 20

$224 → $84

62%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$227 → $90

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to Los Angeles