Los Angeles to Phoenix flights
Direct and connecting flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix take?
Flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Phoenix?
Airline availability for LAX to PHX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Phoenix?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LAX to PHX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SkyWest64
- FDX58
- Frontier Airlines58
- Southwest Airlines40
- Delta Air Lines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SkyWest | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| FDX | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LAX → PHX
LAX to PHX is a short-haul route of 595 km (370 mi). See the return PHX → LAX route.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.
Alternative airports near Phoenix: Scottsdale (SCF) — 23 km, Mesa (MSC) — 26 km, Phoenix (DVT) — 29 km.