Travelling from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport (LGB): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Phoenix's main airport, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Explore the options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport (LGB) departing from this base.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Phoenix to Long Beach Airport flight.
Long Beach is one hour behind Phoenix. Long Beach Airport is located in Long Beach, which follows the UTC-8 timezone.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:05am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from PHX to LGB is with Southwest Airlines at 7:55pm.
Your flight from Phoenix to LGB 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.
March is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can find a direct flight from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport (LGB) departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Southwest Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport taking off from PHX.
Most travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines from PHX to LGB.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 79.85% of the time.
The journey from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kms (3 miles) in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PHX arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to LGB flight? Check in to a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that leave Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport land at their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Long Beach Airport (LGB)
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LGB:
The street address for LGB is 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
The centre of Long Beach is around 6 kms (4 miles) from Long Beach Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport is £43. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £86. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to LGB, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Phoenix to Long Beach Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport (LGB), while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Long Beach based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Phoenix to LGB plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Long Beach, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Long Beach
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Long Beach right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Long Beach Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. The Queen Mary, Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) and Long Beach Lighthouse are major attractions which should be on every Long Beach itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Long Beach, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 153 kms (95 miles) southeast to San Diego to tick off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Bakersfield is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 193 kms (120 miles) northwest of Long Beach. No trip is complete without visiting Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.
