What is the cheapest airline that flies from Phoenix to California?

Southwest, Frontier, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Phoenix to California

How many flights depart from Phoenix to California on average per day?

As of June 2026, 220 flights take off from Phoenix and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 44% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to California?

Frontier, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Phoenix according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Phoenix to California on average per week?

As of June 2026, 1,545 flights take off from Phoenix and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Phoenix to California?

Prices for flights from Phoenix to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Phoenix to California?

As of June 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Phoenix to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from Phoenix to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Phoenix to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$45 Cheap Flights from Phoenix to California in 2026

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2:04 pm - 3:17 pm

PHX

LAS

1h 13mnonstop

9:48 pm - 11:05 pm

LAS

PHX

1h 17mnonstop

$67Frontier

Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 8

9:58 pm - 11:13 pm

PHX

LAS

1h 15mnonstop

10:04 am - 11:27 am

LAS

PHX

1h 23mnonstop

$71Frontier

Wed, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 14

9:58 pm - 11:13 pm

PHX

LAS

1h 15mnonstop

10:04 am - 11:27 am

LAS

PHX

1h 23mnonstop

$72Frontier

Wed, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 14

2:16 pm - 3:27 pm

PHX

SAN

1h 11mnonstop

10:02 pm - 11:23 pm

SAN

PHX

1h 21mnonstop

$78Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 21

7:11 am - 8:36 am

PHX

SAN

1h 25mnonstop

4:12 pm - 5:41 pm

SAN

PHX

1h 29mnonstop

$85Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 21

9:50 pm - 11:05 pm

PHX

ONT

1h 15mnonstop

7:20 pm - 8:40 pm

ONT

PHX

1h 20mnonstop

$109Southwest

Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22

5:15 pm - 10:50 pm

PHX

ONT

5h 35m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 5:50 pm

ONT

PHX

1h 15mnonstop

$119Southwest

Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22

6:03 pm - 6:20 pm

PHX

ONT

1h 17mnonstop

9:59 am - 12:20 pm

ONT

PHX

1h 21mnonstop

$148American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

6:53 pm - 9:26 am

PHX

SJC

14h 33m

1 stop

8:12 pm - 2:31 pm

SJC

PHX

18h 19m

1 stop

$266Alaska Airlines

Mon, Jul 13 - Sun, Aug 16

8:00 am - 12:41 pm

PHX

SMF

5h 41m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 8:09 pm

SMF

PHX

5h 34m

1 stop

$267Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

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Frontier flights from Phoenix to California

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Frontier

Jul 8

PHX2:04 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 13m

LAS3:17 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jul 8

LAS9:48 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 17m

PHX11:05 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$67

Frontier

Aug 12

PHX9:58 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 15m

LAS11:13 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Aug 14

LAS10:04 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 23m

PHX11:27 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$71

Frontier

Aug 12

PHX9:58 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 15m

LAS11:13 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Aug 14

LAS10:04 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 23m

PHX11:27 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$72

Alaska Airlines flights from Phoenix to California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Phoenix to California flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

Jul 3

PHX3:13 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4h 59m

1 stop

SFO8:12 pmSan Francisco

Jul 8

SFO7:55 amSan Francisco

15h 28m

1 stop

PHX11:23 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$214

Alaska Airlines

Jun 30

PHX6:53 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4h 15m

1 stop

SFO11:08 pmSan Francisco

Jul 4

SFO7:55 amSan Francisco

4h 28m

1 stop

PHX12:23 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$221

Alaska Airlines

Jul 13

PHX6:53 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

14h 33m

1 stop

SJC9:26 amSan Jose

Aug 16

SJC8:12 pmSan Jose

18h 19m

1 stop

PHX2:31 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$266

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PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 7/8

2:04 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/8

9:48 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$67

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/12

9:58 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/14

10:04 am-11:27 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$71

PhoenixLas Vegas

PHX - LAS

PHXLAS

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/12

9:58 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/14

10:04 am-11:27 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$72

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 7/14

2:16 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

San Diego

Tue 7/21

10:02 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$78

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 7/21

7:11 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Tue 7/21

4:12 pm-5:41 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$85

PhoenixOntario

PHX - ONT

PHXONT

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 7/15

9:50 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Ontario

Wed 7/22

7:20 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$109

PhoenixOntario

PHX - ONT

PHXONT

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 7/15

5:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Ontario

Wed 7/22

4:35 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$119

PhoenixOntario

PHX - ONT

PHXONT

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 11/5

6:03 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Ontario

Tue 11/10

9:59 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$148

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/13

6:53 pm-9:26 am

1 stop14h 33m

San Jose

Sun 8/16

8:12 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop18h 19m

$266

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 11/5

8:00 am-12:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/8

1:35 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$267

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Phoenix to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of July is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Phoenix averaging around $159.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Phoenix to California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $292. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $751.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $349. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $749 on average. Flights to California from Phoenix in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Phoenix to California flight route?

Fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty for the best Phoenix - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Phoenix to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Phoenix when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $160 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Phoenix for as low as $116 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Phoenix to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Phoenix to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	1h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The fastest flight from Phoenix to California takes 1h 05m

Direct flights go from Phoenix to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Phoenix there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Ontario (ONT), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Phoenix to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Phoenix to California?
Prices for flights from Phoenix to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Phoenix to California?
As of June 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Phoenix to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Phoenix to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Phoenix to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Phoenix to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $41	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,879 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $48	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,827 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $66	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,419 reviews	Search Delta flights
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $78	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 693 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $82	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,544 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,239 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $93	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,863 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,705 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,987 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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