Travelling from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) jetting off from either of these.
1 hour 29 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport.
Phoenix and Los Angeles (where Los Angeles International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The busiest route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with 159 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHX to LAX is the 05:35 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:45 with American Airlines.
Your flight from Phoenix to LAX won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Get to your destination in one go from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Direct flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are available from here.
These are some of the popular carriers operating direct flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport taking off from PHX:
From central Phoenix, PHX is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles takes around 32 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
P1,562 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start from P3,211. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Phoenix to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Phoenix to LAX for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
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