Flying from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Tucson.
Flights from TUS to LAX start from 05:50 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:10 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, there are 47 weekly Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your TUS to LAX flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so getting to Los Angeles (and then exploring more of the United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers TUS to LAX flights. A reliable 86.16% of its departures on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, R 1,247 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,495. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from TUS to LAX by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Tucson International Airport (TUS)
TUS's address is 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Tucson International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TUS arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
Tucson International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Tucson. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to TUS:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Tucson International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TUS to LAX sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key highlights.
