Phoenix to Tucson (PHX–TUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Phoenix to Tucson
6 carriers, 203 flights/week nonstop.
6 Airlines
203 Flights/wk
110 mi
0h 32m nonstop
47 1-stop hubs
PHX–TUS is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 110 miles in approximately 0h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop PHX–TUS service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| AA American Airlines | 124 | CR7, CR9, E75, E75L | 0h53-1h11 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 49 | CR7, CR9, E75, E75L | 0h53-1h02 | Oneworld | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 28 | 737, 738, 7M8, 7S7 | 0h50-0h55 | – | – | |
| AMF AMF | 2 | B190 | 0h32 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PHX to TUS direction.
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29
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27
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29
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
38
Nonstop flights
203
Outbound / wk
219
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PHX to TUS.
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One-Stop Connections
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Two-Stop Connections
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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 → TUS
77%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
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77%
Arriving
100%
Return
TUS → PHX
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
84%
Arriving
84%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
PHX delays → TUS delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Tucson from Phoenix
Nearby airports with service to Tucson International Airport.
| Metric | PHX→TUS | AZA→TUS | PRC→TUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHX | – | 22 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 203 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 32m | 0h 32m | 1h 51m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – | – |
Airports within 200 miles of PHX with service to Tucson International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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PHX: MST · TUS: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 6:00 PM in Tucson.
PHX: MST · TUS: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 6:00 PM in Tucson.
Distance & Flight Time
110 mi / 178 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 32m to 1h 11m.
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–TUS Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Phoenix to Tucson route.
Route details
Distance110 mi / 178 km
Flight time0h 32m to 1h 11m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)6
Weekly flights203 out / 219 return
1-stop connections47 hubs
Origin: PHX
IATA / ICAOPHX / KPHX
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr51.2M
Elevation1,135 ft / 346 m
Destination: TUS
Full nameTucson International Airport
IATA / ICAOTUS / KTUS
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr3.9M
Elevation2,643 ft / 806 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PHX to TUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson International Airport take approximately 0h 32m to 1h 11m. The route covers 110 miles.
6 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, AMF, Alaska Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 203 nonstop flights per week from PHX to TUS. The return direction has about 219 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SCF, VNY, SAF, DRO, TEX, SBA, BJC, AUS, SAT, APA, TYR, SUS, BFI, OMA, XNA, BZN, YEG, MKC, LRD, GRR, GNV, SDF, CLT, APF, YYZ, MIA, HPN, SNA, LAS, HOU, LAX, OKC, SLC, SAN, DFW, SFO, ATL, DEN, IAH, DAL, PDX, ORD, MDW, MSP, SEA, YYC and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from TUS to PHX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Block time is about 55 minutes to 1 hour 5 minutes on this 110-mile hop. Actual airtime is under 30 minutes. PHX taxi time accounts for much of the block, especially during peak departure banks when American's hub traffic creates ground congestion.
The flight exists as a hub spoke feeding American Airlines connections at PHX. Passengers on this flight are connecting to destinations not served nonstop from Tucson. A through-ticket via PHX avoids a 1 hour 45 minute drive and handles luggage to the final destination. Point-to-point travelers almost always drive.
American Airlines operates multiple daily departures on E175 or CRJ-700 regional jets through American Eagle partners. Schedules align with connecting banks at PHX to maximize onward connection options. Other carriers enter and exit the market periodically.
Driving I-10 takes 1 hour 45 minutes in normal conditions. Arizona Shuttle and Groome Transportation run direct van service between Phoenix Sky Harbor and Tucson with multiple daily departures and a travel time of about 2 hours. FlixBus and Greyhound also serve the corridor.
PHX offers nonstop service to over 100 destinations. Tucson has nonstop flights to roughly 20 cities. The gap is largest for international destinations, transcon routes like PHX-JFK or PHX-BOS, and Midwest cities. Connecting through PHX on American opens access to the full network without driving to Phoenix.
TUS has added routes in recent years, with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue all operating seasonal or year-round nonstops to select cities. The Tucson metro area has about 1 million people, which limits the number of routes that can sustain daily nonstop service. PHX remains the primary option for destinations beyond TUS's route map.
Phoenix to Tucson Flights
PHX-TUS is a 110-mile connector route that American Airlines operates with regional jets throughout the day. Block time is about 1 hour, with actual airtime under 30 minutes. The route functions as a hub spoke, feeding Tucson-area passengers into American's Phoenix hub for onward connections. Point-to-point demand is minimal since the I-10 drive takes under 2 hours.
Phoenix Sky Harbor is American's largest western hub with nonstop service to over 100 cities. Tucson International Airport is compact and easy to use, with short security lines and close-in parking. Arizona Shuttle and Groome van services offer a ground alternative at about 2 hours. For Tucson residents connecting to destinations beyond TUS's limited nonstop map, the PHX-TUS hop provides single-ticket access to American's full domestic and international network.