Phoenix to Santa Monica (PHX–SMO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Phoenix to Santa Monica
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 372 mi 1h 2m nonstop 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PHX and SMO, connecting options are available through 7 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PHX to SMO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
SJC ~4h 23m SLC ~4h 44m SFO ~5h 13m COS ~5h 35m AUS ~5h 50m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
197
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PHX → SMO
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
83%
Return
SMO → PHX
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PHX delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Santa Monica is 0 hours the same as Phoenix.
PHX: MST · SMO: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 6:00 PM in Santa Monica.
Distance & Flight Time
372 mi / 599 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 2m.
Getting to PHX

Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.

Facts

PHX–SMO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Phoenix to Santa Monica route.
Route details
Distance372 mi / 599 km
Flight time1h 2m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: PHX
Full namePhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA / ICAOPHX / KPHX
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr51.2M
Elevation1,135 ft / 346 m
Destination: SMO
Full nameSanta Monica Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOSMO / KSMO
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation170 ft / 52 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PHX to SMO flights.
Nonstop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Santa Monica Municipal Airport take approximately 1h 2m. The route covers 372 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PHX to SMO.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SJC, SLC, SFO, COS, AUS, DAL and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PHX to SMO

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PHX to SMO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PHX to SMO ranges from 1 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 372 miles (599 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SJC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.