Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport take 54 minutes. Tucson and Phoenix are in the same timezone (UTC-7), which means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport start from 05:49 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is the 23:59 option with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 183 weekly services between PHX and TUS.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PHX and TUS include:
San Diego International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Rs55,789 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs118,263. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap flights from PHX to TUS, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from PHX to TUS is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Phoenix, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport can be reached in approximately 11 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 34 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near TUS instead:
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Tucson International Airport to central Tucson takes around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours and 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Tucson. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tucson International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 38ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from PHX to TUS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tucson
Once you've booked your flights from PHX to TUS, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Tucson. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
The University of Arizona and Reid Park Zoo are just two of the big attractions to put on your Tucson must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
Complete your Tucson trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tucson International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Tucson escape.
