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$43+ 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TUS
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$78
(Frontier)

One-way from

$43
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$311

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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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 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/1010:26 amLAS - TUS
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Sun 7/1312:45 pmTUS - LAS
Nonstop1h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$78
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 9/226:25 amSAN - TUS
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Fri 9/262:41 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$113
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/47:45 amLAS - TUS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/411:20 amTUS - LAS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 8/66:10 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 8/74:45 pmTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 9/186:20 amLAS - TUS
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Sat 9/207:00 amTUS - LAS
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/29$154
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/76:15 amSAN - TUS
1 stop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/113:00 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/2110:05 amSNA - TUS
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Mon 8/252:05 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$162
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 7/36:00 amONT - TUS
1 stop5h 48mFrontier
Thu 7/1012:45 pmTUS - ONT
1 stop3h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$166
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Tue 7/294:30 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop3h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/55:04 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/56:20 amSAN - TUS
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Tue 8/55:00 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/28$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/156:00 amSMF - TUS
1 stop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1811:55 amTUS - SMF
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/298:40 amSMF - TUS
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Thu 7/315:10 amTUS - SMF
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$172

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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Tucson that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Tucson

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasTucson

LAS - TUS

LASTUS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/10

10:26 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Tucson

Sun 7/13

12:45 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$78

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Mon 9/22

6:25 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Tucson

Fri 9/26

2:41 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$113

Las VegasTucson

LAS - TUS

LASTUS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/4

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Tucson

Mon 8/4

11:20 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$137

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Wed 8/6

6:10 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Tucson

Thu 8/7

4:45 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$137

Las VegasTucson

LAS - TUS

LASTUS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/18

6:20 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 54m

Tucson

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$154

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Thu 8/7

6:15 am-9:29 am

1 stop3h 14m

Tucson

Mon 8/11

3:00 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$159

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

10:05 am-1:25 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Tucson

Mon 8/25

2:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$162

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/29

4:30 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop3h 18m

Tucson

Tue 8/5

5:04 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$167

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Tue 8/5

6:20 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 50m

Tucson

Tue 8/5

5:00 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$167

SacramentoTucson

SMF - TUS

SMFTUS

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 01m

Tucson

Mon 8/18

11:55 am-3:44 pm

1 stop3h 49m

$167

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Best time to book a flight from California to Tucson

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from California to Tucson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $424). 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 30, 2025.

When flying from California to Tucson, 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 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 30, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to TUS are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated June 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Tucson by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

  • 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 $43 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $69 and Delta from $74 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Tucson, Los Angeles - Tucson or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Tucson when deciding on the best route from California to Tucson.

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

    Consider Alaska Airlines (94%), Air France (94%) or American Airlines (93%) 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 $88. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Tucson) can be booked for $180 on average our data indicates $301 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from California to Tucson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $424). 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 California to Tucson

Discover the top 6 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$147Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$172Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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