Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport take 1 hour 30 minutes. Tucson and Los Angeles share the same timezone (UTC-7), so you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
For the first departure, take the 06:10 flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport. If you want to set off later, the latest flight is at 21:20. With 55 flights every week from LAX to TUS, you can pick the timing that best suits you.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and TUS:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
R 1,940 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Return flights start at R 3,879. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LAX to TUS.
The cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LAX to TUS. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The journey from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TUS instead:
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Tucson International Airport to central Tucson is around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 3 hours and 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Tucson. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tucson International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to TUS in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 20ºC then.
More about Tucson
Start your Tucson trip right by finding a wonderful stay. After booking your flight from LAX to TUS, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The University of Arizona, Reid Park Zoo and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base are top attractions which should feature on every Tucson itinerary.
Complete your Tucson trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tucson International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Tucson holiday.