Travelling from Los Angeles to Phoenix: what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix setting off from either of these.
When it comes to touching down in Phoenix, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a key hub. Another is Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
On average, direct flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix take 1 hour 27 minutes. Phoenix and Los Angeles share the same timezone (UTC-7), which means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 155 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix is with United Airlines at 22:35. Choose the first LAX to PHX departure with American Airlines at 06:00 if you're more of an early bird.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
When flying within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Take off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix. From LAX, you can fly directly into Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix leaving from LAX. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it easy to plan a flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Tucson International Airport (TUS)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Los Angeles International Airport and Phoenix include:
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Tucson International Airport (TUS)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix, unwind in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 33 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 54 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SCF if you're taking a late flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Central Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 11 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 34 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PHX. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix
Right now, ر.ق. 106 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Phoenix. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 211. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Phoenix.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles to Phoenix. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Phoenix
Visit Phoenix during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Or, book your flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix for July if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Phoenix sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phoenix right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Phoenix itinerary.
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