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$37+ Cheap flights from California to Phoenix

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PHX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Phoenix

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Phoenix flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$80
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$37
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$115
From California to Phoenix
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Cheapest flights from California to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/410:16 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/44:17 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$80
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/37:35 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Mon 10/67:15 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$81
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/27:35 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sun 10/56:35 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$84
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/712:42 pmLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Mon 11/175:16 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$85
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/2410:11 pmLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Fri 10/315:16 pmPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$86
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 11/69:14 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Sun 11/94:23 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$87
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/1110:24 pmLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Sun 10/128:03 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/2410:28 amLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Wed 10/18:00 amPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$88
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/138:11 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Thu 10/166:05 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$89
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/124:21 pmLAS - PHX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:00 pmPHX - LAS
Nonstop1h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$89
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/110:28 amLAX - PHX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Sat 10/48:00 amPHX - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$89
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/175:50 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Fri 10/178:40 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$90

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Phoenix 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Phoenix that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Phoenix

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 11/25

7:40 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/2

1:05 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$81

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Sat 11/1

8:30 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 11/2

7:55 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$81

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 10/2

8:30 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 10/5

6:35 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$84

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 11/13

11:50 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 11/16

9:55 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$87

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 12/9

10:09 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/16

6:12 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$92

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 3/3

1:55 pm-4:17 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/4

8:04 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$97

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Fri 1/23

10:27 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 1/26

7:50 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$97

Las VegasPhoenix

LAS - PHX

LASPHX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/12

4:21 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 11/16

5:16 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$104

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 10/6

7:35 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/7

6:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$105

Las VegasPhoenix

LAS - PHX

LASPHX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/7

9:14 am-6:21 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/14

8:00 am-9:19 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$109

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Best time to book a flight from California to Phoenix

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from California to Phoenix 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 PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Phoenix as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Phoenix. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (88 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Phoenix?

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from California to Phoenix?

    Southwest, Frontier, and Delta can get you from California to Phoenix in just under 1h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 305 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    $37 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $51 and $51, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from California to Phoenix is San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. You may also consider Los Angeles - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl or Ontario - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Phoenix consider choosing Air China (98%), China Eastern (97%) or Korean Air (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Phoenix?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Phoenix? While on average our users pay $585, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $48. The most popular route (San Francisco - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), is priced around $73.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from California to Phoenix 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 Phoenix

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Phoenix. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$33Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$63Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$76Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$97Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$98Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$100Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$104Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$139Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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