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$50+ Cheap flights from Tucson (TUS) to California

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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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Cheap flight deals from Tucson to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tucson to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$50
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$280

Good round-trip deal

$197 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
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Cheapest flights from Tucson to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tucson to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 8/712:43 pmTUS - LAS
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Sun 8/1010:26 amLAS - TUS
Nonstop1h 22mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$140
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/812:17 pmTUS - ONT
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Sat 5/1012:59 amONT - TUS
1 stop10h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/155:30 amTUS - SNA
1 stop3h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/194:30 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 5/97:00 amTUS - SMF
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Tue 5/2010:04 amSMF - TUS
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/15$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/96:00 amTUS - SMF
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Mon 5/196:55 pmSMF - TUS
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/87:45 amTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 5/128:05 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/314:55 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Sat 6/79:39 amSNA - TUS
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/16$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/2811:48 amTUS - LAX
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Sat 5/316:59 pmLAX - TUS
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/17$220
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 6/512:43 pmTUS - LAX
1 stop23h 31mFrontier
Sat 6/73:48 pmLAX - TUS
1 stop20h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 7/125:04 pmTUS - LAX
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/156:18 pmLAX - TUS
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/66:30 pmTUS - LAS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Tue 5/1312:25 pmLAS - TUS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$227
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/812:17 pmTUS - LAX
1 stop12h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/139:26 amLAX - TUS
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$227

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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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tucson to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Tucson

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TucsonLas Vegas

TUS - LAS

TUSLAS

Tucson

Thu 5/29

11:28 am-11:36 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 6/1

10:35 am-11:57 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$160

TucsonOntario

TUS - ONT

TUSONT

Tucson

Thu 5/8

12:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Ontario

Sat 5/10

12:59 am-11:06 am

1 stop10h 07m

$160

TucsonSanta Ana

TUS - SNA

TUSSNA

Tucson

Thu 5/15

5:30 am-8:51 am

1 stop3h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/19

4:30 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$179

TucsonSacramento

TUS - SMF

TUSSMF

Tucson

Fri 5/9

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

10:04 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$197

TucsonSacramento

TUS - SMF

TUSSMF

Tucson

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/19

6:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$202

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Thu 5/8

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Mon 5/12

8:05 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$209

TucsonSanta Ana

TUS - SNA

TUSSNA

Tucson

Sat 5/31

4:55 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/7

9:39 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$218

TucsonLos Angeles

TUS - LAX

TUSLAX

Tucson

Wed 5/28

11:48 am-1:33 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

6:59 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$220

TucsonLos Angeles

TUS - LAX

TUSLAX

Tucson

Thu 6/5

12:43 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop23h 31m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

3:48 pm-11:57 am

1 stop20h 09m

$221

TucsonLos Angeles

TUS - LAX

TUSLAX

Tucson

Sat 7/12

5:04 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/15

6:18 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$223

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Best time to book a flight from Tucson to California

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

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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from TUS to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 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 April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 Tucson to California. 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 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, 32 users have taken a look at flights from Tucson to California.

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

    $50 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $90 and $94, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Tucson to California consider Tucson - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Tucson - Los Angeles 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 KLM (98%), Japan Airlines (97%) or China Eastern (97%) 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 $538 for a flight from Tucson to California. The cheapest flight overall is $114 while the most popular route, (Tucson - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $182.

  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Tucson to California

Discover the top 6 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$105Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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