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

As of March 2026, 251 flights take off from Phoenix and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 42% 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 49% 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 March 2026, 1,760 flights take off from Phoenix and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Frontier, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating 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 March 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.

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2:15 pm - 3:31 pm

PHX

SAN

1h 16mnonstop

4:17 pm - 5:43 pm

SAN

PHX

1h 26mnonstop

$55Frontier

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 23

11:26 am - 12:43 pm

PHX

SAN

1h 17mnonstop

1:38 pm - 3:12 pm

SAN

PHX

1h 34mnonstop

$56Frontier

Thu, May 14 - Mon, Jun 1

7:55 pm - 9:25 pm

PHX

LAX

1h 30mnonstop

10:20 pm - 11:57 pm

LAX

PHX

1h 37mnonstop

$58Frontier

Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 14

6:47 pm - 8:15 pm

PHX

LAX

1h 28mnonstop

8:35 pm - 10:07 pm

LAX

PHX

1h 32mnonstop

$60Frontier

Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11

8:20 pm - 9:30 pm

PHX

ONT

1h 10mnonstop

3:45 pm - 5:05 pm

ONT

PHX

1h 20mnonstop

$117Southwest

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

3:35 pm - 9:50 pm

PHX

ONT

6h 15m

1 stop

10:30 am - 11:45 am

ONT

PHX

1h 15mnonstop

$127Southwest

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

2:05 pm - 6:10 pm

PHX

BUR

4h 05m

1 stop

7:36 pm - 11:49 pm

BUR

PHX

4h 13m

1 stop

$131Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 15

10:48 am - 6:10 pm

PHX

BUR

7h 22m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 8:16 pm

BUR

PHX

6h 01m

1 stop

$137Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 8

6:53 pm - 11:52 pm

PHX

SJC

4h 59m

1 stop

5:02 pm - 10:39 pm

SJC

PHX

5h 37m

1 stop

$207Alaska Airlines

Wed, Jun 17 - Sat, Jun 20

7:15 pm - 7:22 pm

PHX

SJC

24h 07m

1 stop

12:59 pm - 7:10 pm

SJC

PHX

6h 11m

1 stop

$211Alaska Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 26

Frontier flights from Phoenix to California

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Frontier

May 6

PHX2:15 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 16m

SAN3:31 pmSan Diego

May 23

SAN4:17 pmSan Diego

1h 26m

PHX5:43 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$55

Frontier

May 14

PHX11:26 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 17m

SAN12:43 pmSan Diego

Jun 1

SAN1:38 pmSan Diego

1h 34m

PHX3:12 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$56

Frontier

May 6

PHX7:55 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 30m

LAX9:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

May 14

LAX10:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

1h 37m

PHX11:57 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$58

Alaska Airlines flights from Phoenix to California

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 15

PHX7:00 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1h 23m

SAN8:23 amSan Diego

Apr 21

SAN1:12 pmSan Diego

1h 27m

PHX2:39 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$117

Alaska Airlines

Apr 14

PHX6:28 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4h 10m

1 stop

RNO10:38 pmReno

Apr 15

RNO12:56 pmReno

4h 50m

1 stop

PHX5:46 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$199

Alaska Airlines

Mar 25

PHX6:28 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

3h 42m

1 stop

SJC10:10 pmSan Jose

Apr 1

SJC12:23 pmSan Jose

5h 23m

1 stop

PHX5:46 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$207

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PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/6

2:15 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

4:17 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$55

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/14

11:26 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Diego

Mon 6/1

1:38 pm-3:12 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$56

PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/6

7:55 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/14

10:20 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$58

PhoenixLos Angeles

PHX - LAX

PHXLAX

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/8

6:47 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

8:35 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$60

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PhoenixOntario

PHX - ONT

PHXONT

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/14

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Ontario

Tue 4/21

3:45 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

PhoenixOntario

PHX - ONT

PHXONT

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/14

3:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Ontario

Tue 4/21

10:30 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$127

PhoenixBurbank

PHX - BUR

PHXBUR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/14

2:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 4/15

7:36 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$131

PhoenixBurbank

PHX - BUR

PHXBUR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/7

10:48 am-6:10 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 4/8

2:15 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$137

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/17

6:53 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop4h 59m

San Jose

Sat 6/20

5:02 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$207

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

7:15 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop24h 07m

San Jose

Tue 5/26

12:59 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$211

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Phoenix averaging around $137.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Phoenix to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $303. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Tuesday is $828.

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 $338. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,016 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 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 $152 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 $110 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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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 March 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 5.7 3,020 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $47	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,532 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $48	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,841 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $63	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,315 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $76	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,911 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $79	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,094 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $90	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,325 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $93	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,458 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,485 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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