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$114+ 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TUS
Jul 24 — Jul 311
Fri 7/24
Fri 7/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Tucson

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 June 24, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Thu 9/35:04 pm
SNA
-
TUS
1 stop4h 42m
Delta
Sun 9/64:50 pm
TUS
-
SNA
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/20$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Fri 7/244:30 pm
SNA
-
TUS
1 stop6h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 7/295:45 am
TUS
-
SNA
1 stop5h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/21$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sat 7/186:35 pm
OAK
-
TUS
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Sat 7/259:40 am
TUS
-
OAK
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19$232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/295:05 pm
OAK
-
TUS
1 stop4h 24m
Delta
Sat 8/87:12 am
TUS
-
OAK
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/20$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/109:10 am
SNA
-
TUS
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Tue 8/112:10 pm
TUS
-
SNA
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/812:20 pm
OAK
-
TUS
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Sat 8/155:20 am
TUS
-
OAK
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 8/102:45 pm
OAK
-
TUS
2 stops6h 00m
Southwest
Wed 8/129:45 am
TUS
-
OAK
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/21$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/184:55 pm
SNA
-
TUS
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Tue 8/257:25 am
TUS
-
SNA
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 10/15:05 am
OAK
-
TUS
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Wed 10/287:00 am
TUS
-
OAK
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20$252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/147:21 pm
LAX
-
TUS
Nonstop1h 38m
Delta
Wed 7/154:47 pm
TUS
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 44m
Delta
Deal found 6/22$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/45:40 pm
SAN
-
TUS
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Tue 8/119:45 am
TUS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Sat 11/76:35 pm
SAN
-
TUS
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 11/106:10 am
TUS
-
SAN
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20$259

Find flight deals from California to Tucson

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Tucson flight deals. Data was last updated June 24, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$217
(Delta)

One-way from

$114
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$391

Good round-trip deal

$244 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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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 June 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Tucson that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

OaklandTucson

OAK - TUS

OAKTUS

Oakland

Sat 7/18

6:35 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Tucson

Sat 7/25

9:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$232

OaklandTucson

OAK - TUS

OAKTUS

Oakland

Mon 8/10

5:05 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 10m

Tucson

Wed 8/12

9:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$242

OaklandTucson

OAK - TUS

OAKTUS

Oakland

Thu 10/1

5:05 am-8:35 am

1 stop3h 30m

Tucson

Wed 10/28

8:05 am-12:15 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$247

OaklandTucson

OAK - TUS

OAKTUS

Oakland

Wed 9/9

10:05 am-4:25 pm

2 stops6h 20m

Tucson

Sat 9/12

10:40 am-5:20 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$247

Los AngelesTucson

LAX - TUS

LAXTUS

Los Angeles

Tue 7/21

7:21 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Tucson

Tue 7/28

4:47 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$253
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Sat 11/7

6:35 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Tucson

Tue 11/10

6:45 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$253

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Tue 7/21

8:40 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Tucson

Tue 7/28

6:45 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$253

Los AngelesTucson

LAX - TUS

LAXTUS

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

9:35 am-11:14 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Tucson

Sat 8/22

11:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$263

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Sat 11/7

6:15 am-12:06 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Tucson

Tue 11/10

6:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$263

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Tue 8/4

9:05 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Tucson

Tue 8/11

2:10 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$263

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tucson (average of $68). Flying from California to Tucson in October is currently the most expensive (average of $958). 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 June 24, 2026.

When flying from California to Tucson, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

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 June 24, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to TUS are scheduled on a Monday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Tucson?

The price you pay for your flight from California to Tucson may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Tucson?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Tucson. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Tucson flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 16 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Tucson?

    A quick flight from California to Tucson can take about 1h 38m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $253. California and Tucson are separated by a distance of 450 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $67 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $68 and American Airlines from $83 one-way.

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

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

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

    Consider WestJet (91%), Delta (89%) or China Airlines (89%) 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 $68. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Tucson) can be booked for $237 on average, our data indicates $275 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tucson (average of $68). Flying from California to Tucson in October is currently the most expensive (average of $958). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Tucson

Discover the top 7 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 June 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$137Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$210Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$243Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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