Flying from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport (LTO): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport (LTO) taking off from here.
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Phoenix to Loreto International Airport flight.
Loreto (where Loreto International Airport is located) and Phoenix share the UTC-7 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Loreto International Airport (LTO). You can pick from 5 direct services every week. American Airlines operates a 8:30am departure between PHX and LTO.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Phoenix to LTO.
Popular months like March or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Fly without interruptions from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Direct flights from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport (LTO) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of PHX, you can catch a direct flight from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport with American Airlines.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between PHX and LTO is American Airlines.
With an impressive 80.0% of services arriving on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
PHX is around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX arrive at their destination on time.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to LTO flight:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as expected.
The address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Loreto International Airport (LTO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LTO instead:
Getting from Loreto International Airport (LTO) to central Loreto
Central Loreto is around 8 kilometres from Loreto International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport (LTO)
Right now, R 4,842 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,806. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to LTO.
The best month for scoring cheap Phoenix to Loreto International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport (LTO)
March is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport (LTO). Visit Loreto in September for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Loreto is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to LTO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Loreto
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Loreto International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Loreto:
There are loads of things to do in Loreto when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Isla Coronado followed by Malecon and La Negrita Beach.
Explore more of Mexico
Ciudad Obregon is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Loreto. Around 225 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include La Laguna Del Nainari, Tres Marias Game Ranch and Sonora in the Revolution Museum.
Around 241 kilometres east of Loreto, Los Mochis is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Jardín Botánico Benjamin Francis Johnston, Los Naranjos Park and Plantario - La Aventura en Verde.