Los Angeles from Tucson, Oct 16–18: round trip from $448
Round-trip flights from Tucson to Los Angeles are $448 per person ($896 for two) for Oct 16–18, 2026, which is 2 nights. They're nonstop on American (operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle). The forecast is clear, with highs of 89–93°F, and the best-value stay is Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel at $162 a night.
The flight
$656 $448 per person, round trip
the typical fare on this route
$896 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle · nonstop · 1h 53m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 7:00 AM – Fri, Oct 16, 8:53 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | $448 | nonstop | 1h 53m |
| Delta. Operated by SkyWest DBA Delta Connection | $448 | nonstop | 1h 50m |
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | $448 | nonstop | 1h 43m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 11:33 AM MST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $896 |
| Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel, 2 nights | $324 |
| Trip total for two | $1,220 |
Regular: $1,636 You pay: $1,220 Saved: $416
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Why go now
At $448 per person, this fare is $208 below the typical fare on this route. We put the typical fare at $656, based on 8 earlier checks, and the listing has a 31% below typical badge. Over 12 offers we saw fares from $448 to $890, and the lowest in the last 30 days was $424, so this one sits near the bottom of that range. It's nonstop: you leave Tucson at 7:00 AM on Friday, Oct 16 and land at LAX at 8:53 AM, so you get most of the first day. The forecast is clear all weekend, with highs of 89–93°F, lows of 75–77°F and a 0% chance of rain. That makes it a beach weekend more than a museum one. Prices are all-in (taxes and fees included) as we found them and can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a short city-and-beach getaway: one early flight, two nights and a lot of coastline. It suits a couple or two friends who like to keep moving, with a beach day, a taco run and one big outing like the Getty Center or a studio tour. Families can make it work too, though fitting Disneyland and the beach into 2 nights makes for a full schedule.
Weather in Los Angeles, Oct 16–18
Highs 89–93°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 93 °F | 75 °F | 0% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 91 °F | 77 °F | 0% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 89 °F | 77 °F | 0% |
Where to stay in Los Angeles
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel is the best-value pick at $324 for the stay ($162 a night). It's rated 8.3 from 3,195 reviews and includes breakfast. Heads-up: that price is for 2 beds in an 8-bed mixed dorm, not a private room. The Westin Los Angeles Airport is the top-rated pick at 8.5 from 2,051 reviews. It's $441 for the stay ($221 a night) for a Traditional room with 2 queens, room only. Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG is the budget private room at $381 ($191 a night), rated 7.8 from 3,946 reviews, for a Standard King Room, room only. All three had free cancellation when we checked. If you'd rather skip the car, Santa Monica has the beach, the pier and walkable streets in one place.
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel
$324 for 2 nights, two guests · $162 a night
See roomsThe Westin Los Angeles Airport
$441 for 2 nights, two guests · $221 a night
See roomsHoliday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
$381 for 2 nights, two guests · $191 a night
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Where in Los Angeles
- Santa Monica: Beach, pier and walkable streets without a car for a day or two.
- West Hollywood / Beverly Hills: Design hotels, Sunset Strip nightlife and Rodeo Drive.
- Hollywood: Walk of Fame, studio tours and mid-range hotels.
- Downtown LA: Arts District, Broad museum and Grand Central Market.
- Anaheim: Base for Disneyland Resort.
What to do in Los Angeles
- Ride a bike from Santa Monica Pier down to Venice Beach.
- Hike to the Griffith Observatory for the view of the Hollywood sign.
- Eat at Grand Central Market, then the taco stands of Boyle Heights.
- Visit the Getty Center for art, gardens and city views.
- Take the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Burbank.
- Spend a day at Disneyland in Anaheim if theme parks are the point.
Tours and tickets in Los Angeles
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Tucson | Tucson International (TUS) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA) |
| Flight time | 1h 53m nonstop |
| Distance | 439 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Los Angeles costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $896 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel) | $324 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,740 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Tucson to Los Angeles
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $448 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $424 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $656 |
| Price checks | 8 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, and you pay in US dollars.
- Los Angeles is on the same clock as Tucson this weekend: 0 hours of time difference.
- The flight is 439 miles and takes 1h 53m nonstop from Tucson International (TUS) to Los Angeles International (LAX).
- Our data doesn't include return flight times for Sunday, Oct 18, so check them before you book.
- Our sample budget for two is $1,740: $896 for flights, $324 for the hotel and $520 for spending, or $130 per person per day.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
It's $448 per person round trip, or $896 for two, all-in when we checked. That's $208 below the typical fare on this route. The outbound leaves Tucson at 7:00 AM on Friday, Oct 16.
Is it nonstop?
Yes. American (operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle) flies nonstop in 1h 53m. Delta had a 6:40 AM nonstop and American had a 12:02 PM nonstop, both at the same $448 per person.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, so you just need your usual ID. The currency is the US dollar, and LA is on the same time as Tucson that weekend.
What is the weather like?
Clear all three days. Highs are 93°F on Friday, 91°F on Saturday and 89°F on Sunday, lows are 75–77°F, and the forecast gives a 0% chance of rain.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for a beach day plus one big outing, like the Getty Center or the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Since you land at 8:53 AM on Friday, you get close to three days on the ground.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
Our sample budget is $1,740 for two: $896 for flights, $324 for Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel and $520 for spending. A private room at the Westin or the Holiday Inn would cost more.
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