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Cheapest round-trip
$169
Typical prices: $323-$565
Delta
Thu 2/1Sun 2/4
LAX - TUS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$85
Typical prices: $183-$379
American Airlines
Fri 10/19
LAX - TUS • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest and others. Average duration is 2h 08m.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Tucson

Mon, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 30
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2:45 pm - 5:17 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TUS Tucson
1h 32mnonstop
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8:00 am - 8:52 amTUS  Tucson-LAX Los Angeles
1h 52mnonstop
$169Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 3
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9:30 am - 12:06 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TUS Tucson
1h 36mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 8:52 amTUS  Tucson-LAX Los Angeles
1h 52mnonstop
$169Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 12:43 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TUS Tucson
1h 34mnonstop
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4:41 pm - 5:29 pmTUS  Tucson-LAX Los Angeles
1h 48mnonstop
$169American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
4:28 pm - 6:01 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TUS Tucson
1h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 1:57 pmTUS  Tucson-LAX Los Angeles
1h 45mnonstop
$169American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 10:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TUS Tucson
1h 25mnonstop
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10:15 am - 10:50 amTUS  Tucson-LAX Los Angeles
1h 35mnonstop
$169Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 23
Southwest Logo
7:00 pm - 8:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TUS Tucson
1h 30mnonstop
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9:40 am - 11:20 amTUS  Tucson-LAX Los Angeles
1h 40mnonstop
$179Southwest
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 13
Sun Country Air Logo
4:00 pm - 6:27 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-TUS Tucson
3h 27mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
7:29 pm - 11:32 pmTUS  Tucson-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 03mnonstop
$188Sun Country Air
Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Dec 25
Sun Country Air Logo
4:00 pm - 6:28 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-TUS Tucson
3h 28mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
7:40 pm - 11:46 pmTUS  Tucson-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 06mnonstop
$188Sun Country Air
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Dec 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:57 pm - 10:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TUS Tucson
2h 58mnonstop
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8:10 am - 10:35 amTUS  Tucson-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
3h 25mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:08 pm - 10:26 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TUS Tucson
3h 18mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 10:35 amTUS  Tucson-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
3h 25mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Tucson flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to Tucson with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Tucson?

Los Angeles to Tucson is the cheapest route at $169 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Tucson?

A round-trip flight to Tucson costs $424 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Denver average $291, while Las Vegas runs a bit higher at $321.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Tucson?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Tucson at $423 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $497.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tucson?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly to Tucson with an average price of $360 round-trip.
  • June ($484) and July ($467) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Tucson?

Afternoon flights to Tucson are the cheapest at $432 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $445.

What is a good deal for flights to Tucson?

Flights under $323 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Tucson at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Las Vegas $170
  • Denver $214
  • Seattle $230
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When are flights to Tucson the cheapest?

Flights to Tucson are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Tucson

 
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for flights to Tucson

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$85
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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Flights to Tucson: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Tucson 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
If you have any trouble walking, ask for a wheelchair. They are very nice and FAST.
JoseFlew with American Airlines-Apr 2026
Try to get an early flight time because you never know what’s gonna change.

Your questions about flights to Tucson, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are good hotels near Tucson International Airport?

    The Hampton Inn is a casual choice that is only a 5-minute drive from Tucson International Airport and a 12-minute drive to the Pima Air & Space Museum. The Hilton Garden Inn is a modern hotel that is a 7-minute drive to the airport and a 6-minute drive to the busy I-10.

  • How far is Tucson International Airport from Saguaro National Park?

    Tucson International Airport is approximately 15 miles from Saguaro National Park, meaning that the best way to travel between these two locations is by car, as there is no public transportation that runs between the two sites. Without any additional traffic or bad weather, this trip takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes.

  • What shopping options are there in Tucson International Airport?

    Fort Lowell sells a selection of local goods and souvenirs, such as t-shirts, keychains, and food items, while Gates Pass by Hudson offers travel necessities, including snacks, magazines, headphones, and neck pillows. Arroyo Trading Post also sells products from the region that have been made my local artisans, making it a popular option to shop for gifts to bring back home to loved ones.

  • What dining options are there in Tucson International Airport?

    Empire Pizza is a casual sit-down restaurant that serves a variety of Italian food, while Thunder Canyon Brewstillery has a full-service bar to go with their pub grub. There are also several Mission Market kiosks throughout the airport that offer gourmet to-go items that are ideal for travelers with little time.

  • Does Tucson Airport offer accessible services?

    TUS strives to ensure that persons of all abilities experience low stress. For low-vision persons, TUS has made Artificial Intelligence Remote Assistance available at no cost. The program provides these persons with a visual description, including GPS of the facility to assist them in navigation. The elevators are braille-coded control panels that are lowered for easy operation. TUS has also included display monitors for visual paging and TDD telephones distributed throughout the terminals to assist persons who are hard of hearing.

  • What are the most common stopover options for flights to Tucson Airport?

    If traveling from LAX to TUS, expect a layover at Phoenix, Las Vegas, or Salt Lake City. If you are traveling from JFK to TUS, expect a layover at Phoenix, Dallas, and Atlanta. If traveling from ORD to TUS, you need to expect a layover at Phoenix, Denver, or Dallas. If you plan to travel from ATL to TUS, expect layovers at Dallas, Phoenix, Denver, or Houston. If you are traveling from PHL, you need to expect a stop at Phoenix, Dallas, or Chicago.

  • From which cities can I fly nonstop to Tucson Airport?

    Alaska Airlines offers nonstop flights to TUS, including those that fly from Seattle (PAE), Portland (PDX), and Everett (PAE). American Airlines offer nonstop flights to TUS from Chicago (ORD), Dallas (DFW), Phoenix (PHX), and Los Angeles (LAX). Delta Airlines offers nonstop flights to TUS from Atlanta (ATL), Los Angeles (LAX), and Salt Lake City (SLC). United Airlines offers nonstop flights to TUS from Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), San Francisco (SFO), and Houston (HOU). Southwest Airlines offers nonstop flights to TUS from Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), Houston (HOU), Las Vegas (LAS), Los Angeles (LAX), San Diego (SAN), and Oakland (SAN).

  • Which car rental providers have counters at Tucson Airport?

    If you've just landed at TUS, several car rental services include Alamo, AVIS, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and Nation. The car rental services are at the main Terminal on the east exit.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Tucson?

    American Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Tucson at 131 per week, and for this route American Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Tucson. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How far is Tucson from downtown Tucson?

    Tucson is 7.5 mi from downtown Tucson.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Tucson from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Tucson varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Salt Lake City: 1h 56m
    • from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport: 2h 14m
    • from Atlanta: 3h 36m
    • from Minneapolis: 3h 26m
    • from Los Angeles: 1h 25m

  • How many flights serve Tucson?

    Tucson receives 55 flights per day and 387 per week from across the world. Denver has the most flights to Tucson, with 53 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Tucson is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Tucson is around $323 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Tucson?

    Last-minute fares to Tucson – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 29% above the average round-trip fare of $424.

Your guide to booking Tucson flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Tucson, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Tucson, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $323 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Tucson around January. Round-trip fares historically average $360 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to noon to save up to $13 per round-trip. Noon flights to Tucson average $432 compared to $445 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Tucson, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, American Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Delta includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • If you need to relax for a few minutes after your flight to Tucson has landed, look for one of the many massage chairs spread throughout the different terminals of Tucson International Airport. These chairs can be paid for with credit cards and cash, and they offer travelers an easy and affordable way to rest while in the airport.
  • Traveling to Tucson for business purposes? Consider renting out one of the many meeting rooms located on the second level of the Departures terminal before security. These rooms are equipped with high-speed WiFi, modern technology, and comfortable seating, making them a convenient place to hold a team meeting or workshop.
  • If you or a member of your family are in the military, make sure to stop by the military lounge that is located in the lower level of the baggage claim. It is free to access and provides guests with snacks, entertainment, and a quiet place to either relax after your flight to Tucson, or before your next flight takes off.
  • For those that are traveling through Tucson International Airport with either a pet or a service animal, take note of the different animal relief areas that are located throughout the terminals. Several areas can be found outside near baggage claim, while two are located near the restrooms that are just after the airport’s TSA checkpoints.
  • If you need help navigating the airport or just simply have a question, look for one of the Volunteer Ambassadors wearing a bright purple vest. These ambassadors are generally stationed throughout the airport during the busiest times of the day, and they are there to help answer questions about the region, tell you about the airport’s different services, and give you directions.
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) offers fast-track services to passengers who do not wish to waste time on the long queues and clearance. Therefore, you will be directed to the unoccupied check-in and security points.
  • You may need to look chic for a presentation after arriving at TUS. You can achieve this by visiting the shoeshine booths at Concourses A or B in the Airside area.
  • If you have some last-minute work you need to send in and need to use your computer, you can access the available workstations set up at TUS. The stations are at the Airside, in the airport's concourses.
  • If you want to send a package, you can quickly drop them off at the airport's mailbox. The airport's postal services are located at the Landside, next to Frontier Airlines, and at the entrance of Gate B.
  • You may visit art exhibits at different airport art galleries during a layover. Tia Gallery Lower Link Gallery, located at the Terminal, the baggage point, is one of the art galleries. ARTport, the employees' gallery, is at the airport's Terminal. TIA Upper Link Gallery is also at the airport's Terminal.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Tucson

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Tucson? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4195 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
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Flight left on time. Seat spacing is way too small…

8.0 ExcellentLeo, Aug 2026
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Flight left on time. Seat spacing is way too small…

I think Southwest is the number one airline that anyone can fly I have flown for the first time Frontier and what a joke and their customer service United was a very strange experience I'm only sticking to Southwest from here on out for sure

The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

Great flight from Seattle to Phoenix and to Chicago-Midway from Phoenix

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

Still need to work out the kinks on the new assigned seating boarding process. Otherwise, a very good flight.

Flight attendants very hospitable and friendly. Pilot flew a smooth take off and landing.

I was able to check my bag at gate as it was a totally full flight. That helped this older woman. I appreciated that you recycle the cans. The flight attendant was very organized as she went thru cabin collecting trash. I’d prefer something other than pretzels as a snack.

They sat me in a better row and seat. Was not squished like the flight from Tucson to Seattle. Because I was in a wheelchair, everyone was very solicitous. Great flight. The only thing that disappointed me was there was no WiFi.

I did not try their food or log in to the WiFi but the rest of the trip both ways was easy and most pleasant.

Fight attendant excellent Food very good, not great Seats were stiff and uncomfortable Flight was overall very nice. Last three flights were burdened with miserably uncomfortable seats. Hard stiff no padding.

Flight on time. Crew good. Seating Bad. Have to pay extra on a not cheap flight to avoid being next to toilet.

Good, but I had 3 hour layover after getting to phx from Everett. Can’t American have an earlier flight?

Frontier airlines would have been better than this AA commuter flight.

I had signed up for Alaska text alerts but gate was changed 3 times and I was never notified of either one! Unnecessary frustration and confusion!

The seats and aisle were so narrow, it was very uncomfortable. Every thing else was great!!

Flight was good. Glad it was delayed or I may have missed the connection since I got to Seattle at about the same time my connection was to leave. The snack was a small bag of pretzels and a small soda. Can’t really call that food. There was no entertainment available on the flight.

Both legs on the way were smaller planes, each had a mechanical issue causing a delay

Delta exceeded my expectations! I am beyond satisfied. Thank you!

We were delayed 2 hours because of a broken seat. Other than that it was a very nice flight.

London to Atlanta was good. Atlanta to Phoenix was not. Poor boarding as I had to check my rollerboard even though there was plenty of room in the bins. Crew seemed inexperienced. Sat just off the gate for nearly 30 minutes with no explanation from the pilot while the cabin got hot. I typically have a much better experience with Delta.

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

Was charged for my luggage despite having been on one ticket from an international flight. Too tired to argue after 15 hours on flight. Was charged for rechecking it at JFK airport. Not sure why those off Kenya Airways were required to do that.

The checkpoint hornets are always looking fhrough Americans' luggage keeping what they deem impassible! Grrrrr!

Not pleasant. We arrived several hours late and my friend and driver were waiting for me a long time at Tucson airport. At first we had to divert to phoenix due to shitty weather. Well, i guess I can’t fault anyone for that. But then when they refueled , they overfueled and we had to wait even longer for the plane to burn off excess fuel. So someone really screwed up there and should get fired. Human error is really inexcusable.

Everything was great except for the seat. The backrest would not stay in the upright position.

A220 brakes are grabby and uncomfortable Electric braking is not a good solution for a modern aircraft

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

Other than a way way too cold cabinets for the entire flight, all was great

Crew seemed a bit cranky. No seatback screens. But boarding was efficient and on time and we arrived early.

Absolute disaster. Rude, uncooperative staff. Staff ignores and pretends you don’t exist when you are asking them a question. Erroneous departure gate and baggage claim information. Equipment not working for purchase of drinks. Overly expensive baggage check-in fees. Overly crowded. Dirty airplane. Passengers coughing incessantly as if they were being gassed. Circled airport in flight several times and waited on the tarmac for 1.5 hours. The worst experience ever. Consider another industry. The travel industry is not for you.

The flight was mostly on time, smooth and deplaning was quick. Baggage was really quick at the claim. Comfort was so-so and I paid for economy plus. It was still too crowded and why was a family of 5 scattered all around the plane?

Original plane sidelined. Had to wait an hour for replacement.

Great! The plane was decently sized and comfortable. The staff was nice and there was great in flight entertainment

The plane was delayed 2 hours. The wifi did not work. The seat in first class was not comfortable because the bottom felt like it lost all of its padding. And I did not like when the flight attendant made me wait at my seat to use the bathroom and didn't tell me why. If there were too many people using the 1st Class bathroom, she should have told me to go in the back, coach bathrooms. I guess I have to feel fortunate that they found 2 local pilots to still fly the plane tonight after the original pilots ended up at an airport 60 miles away due to high winds.

The flight experience was very good! Especially the United Club!

The flight from Ottawa to Chicago took a lot longer due to DC in Ottawa. We got to Chicago and went to our gate to catch our flight. We only had nine minutes I found that very stressful.

Check-in process was poor, very poor, only one person to check-in all passengers, so if one passenger had a check-in issue, all other passengers were delayed. All check-ins should have two airline staff to check-in passengers.

mechanical problem delayed more than 2 hours on the run way.

They are always helpful and kind. The staff is efficient and professional.

Terrific flight, had a good seat. Flight crew was wonderful, boarding was drama free. And we arrived early.

I was so hungry. No meals. Staff very nice. Seat arms armed too tight and didn’t go up. I was scheduled for First class, but was put on Standby, even though I made my reservation a while ago. Thank you.

Everything was done like clockwork and I find no fault with the airline.

My flight got delayed a total of five times. And the boarding gate changed four times. most of the time the platform was not up-to-date with the changes taking place. The most discouraging part of the entire trip by far.

Took off on time and successfully avoided weather that looked to be a problem along the way

The flight was quick and to the point. The crew just did their job w/o excessive talking and everything was just perfect.

They took away my first class ticket for my plane ride from Ickx to Tucson because they’re plane was late getting there. They offered me nothing in return

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