$59 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix (LAX-PHX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $59 for one-way flights and $99 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$99 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $99 found 22 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Aug 30
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$112 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $112 found 5 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 29 - Sat, Aug 30
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$117 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $117 found 20 hours ago
United
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $117 just found
Delta
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $117 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$118 Roundtrip, just found
$118
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $118 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$119 Roundtrip, just found
$119
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $119 just found
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 4
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$119 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $119 found 20 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 31
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $120 just found
United
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
LAX
Los Angeles
PHX
Phoenix
$121 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Los Angeles to Phoenix, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $121 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX)

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From $48 - $99 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Phoenix

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Select flight to Sky Harbor Intl. PHX. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $131
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $131
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Sky Harbor Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southern Airways Express, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$98
Distance
369 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 28 mins

Los Angeles to Phoenix Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Phoenix

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Phoenix

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Phoenix in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $59 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Phoenix flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Phoenix airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) cost?
Cheap return fares from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) start from $91. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving LAX on August 7 2025 and touching down at PHX. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to PHX?
The cheapest flights from LAX to PHX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) with 5 carriers, including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to PHX?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from LAX to PHX is Southwest Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $46. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on October 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
When taking off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), you can take your pick from an average of 20 daily direct flights to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
The 9 AM departures from LAX to PHX see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to PHX?
Depart on a Thursday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)'s earliest flight to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) takes off at approximately 5:30AM UTC-8. With a travel duration of 1h 25m, you'll land at around 7:55AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
It takes around 1 hour and 29 minutes to fly the 370 mi from LAX to PHX.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to PHX?
With 92% of flights usually landing on time, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX). To keep track of your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Select a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Phoenix from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you're on a direct flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Phoenix, Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from LAX to PHX are generally more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start searching for flights early. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to find a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to PHX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a LAX to PHX flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
In most cases, you can cancel or reschedule your LAX to PHX flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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