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$79+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — TUS
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Tucson

Cheapest flights from Orange County to Tucson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Tucson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:16 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop21h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/317:03 pmTUS - SNA
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:45 amSNA - TUS
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/237:20 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/306:45 amSNA - TUS
1 stop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:30 amTUS - SNA
1 stop3h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:45 amSNA - TUS
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/254:36 pmTUS - SNA
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/284:25 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:58 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop3h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$348
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:51 pmSNA - TUS
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/37:03 pmTUS - SNA
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:45 amSNA - TUS
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:47 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop3h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:57 pmSNA - TUS
2 stops14h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/237:20 pmTUS - SNA
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:16 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop21h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/254:36 pmTUS - SNA
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:10 pmSNA - TUS
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Mon 1/511:40 amTUS - SNA
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$403
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/267:35 pmLGB - TUS
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sun 12/286:10 amTUS - LGB
2 stops5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$518
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/294:49 pmLGB - TUS
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Sat 1/36:45 amTUS - LGB
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Deal found 12/16$566

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Tucson that are best for you.

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Price

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/28

2:56 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Tucson

Sun 2/15

12:03 pm-12:47 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$127

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/8

2:56 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Tucson

Sun 1/11

3:03 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$147

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/21

3:05 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Tucson

Sun 1/25

6:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$154

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

2:47 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Tucson

Fri 3/13

11:03 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$167

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/4

2:47 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Tucson

Mon 3/9

5:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$182

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/7

2:56 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Tucson

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$182

Long BeachTucson

LGB - TUS

LGBTUS

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 1/6

4:50 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Tucson

Sat 1/10

5:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$184

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

1:22 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Tucson

Mon 2/2

3:03 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$190

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/21

3:21 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Tucson

Tue 3/24

2:01 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$197

Santa AnaTucson

SNA - TUS

SNATUS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/21

2:56 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Tucson

Sun 1/25

3:03 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Tucson

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orange County to Tucson?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Tucson (average of $137). Flying from Orange County to Tucson in October is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 KFI to TUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Orange County to Tucson by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Orange County to Tucson?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Orange County to Tucson. Price data was last updated on February 10, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Orange County to Tucson

Explore weekly flight availability from Orange County 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 December 18, 2025.

The most flights from zzKFI to TUS are scheduled on a Thursday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Orange County to Tucson to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Most people fly into Tucson (TUS) if they book a flight to Tucson from Orange County. Tucson is conveniently located just 7.5 mi from Tucson’s city center.

  • How popular is this Orange County to Tucson flight route?

    This flight path from Orange County to Tucson was viewed by 14 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 Orange County to Tucson?

    Departing from Orange County to Tucson will take you 1h 32m. Airlines will cover a distance of 416 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $78. American Airlines flights start at $83 while deals on Southwest start at $124 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orange County to Tucson?

    The cheapest flight price from Orange County to Tucson is $88. On average you can expect to pay $197. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Tucson), can usually be booked for $167.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Orange County to Tucson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Orange County to Tucson flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Tucson?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Orange County to Tucson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Tucson?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Tucson (average of $137). Flying from Orange County to Tucson in October is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 5 airlines flying from Orange County to Tucson

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$156Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$167Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$211Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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