Travelling from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
Start your trip at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), the main airport in Phoenix. Look for flights from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport (TUS) that leave from this terminal.
The average time for a direct Phoenix to Tucson International Airport flight is 55 minutes.
Tucson's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Phoenix. Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson.
Choose from 75 direct services a week between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) and Tucson International Airport (TUS). This is the most popular route when departing from Phoenix.
Your flight from Phoenix to TUS 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 for international travel.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like March? Popular periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can book a direct flight from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport (TUS) out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
You can lock in a direct flight from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport with American Airlines. This leading airline offers services from PHX.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PHX to TUS.
American Airlines sets the standard for punctuality. A dependable 83.9% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
PHX is around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of PHX.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to TUS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
The street address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TUS:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Tucson International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
From Tucson International Airport, central Tucson is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
97 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport. A return flight starts from 194 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to TUS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Phoenix to Tucson International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport (TUS). March is the peak month for travel to Tucson. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in October.
When booking your Phoenix to TUS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tucson
Start your Tucson trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Tucson International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Saguaro National Park East Unit and St. Augustine Cathedral are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Tucson must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out El Presidio Plaza.
Explore more of the United States
Tucson will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres northwest of Tucson, a visit to Phoenix will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Mesa, roughly 161 kilometres northwest of Tucson. Mesa Arts Centre, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History are among its highlights.
