Cheap flight deals from Tucson (TUS) to Lubbock (LBB)

Tucson Airport Information

Arizona's Tucson International Airport is conveniently located less than nine miles south of the city's downtown area, at 7250 S. Tucson Boulevard. Travelers who use Orbitz.com to book their air ticket deals on flights from Tucson can choose to fly any of the major airlines that service the airport. These airlines include US Airways, United, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Frontier and Southwest.

Airport Parking in Tucson

Parking is convenient and economical at the Tucson airport. The garage adjacent to the terminals can hold more than 90 cars and charges a flat rate of $9 per day. The economy lot is located on Tucson Boulevard and Corona Road, and it offers more than 5,300 open-air spaces and more than 300 covered parking spaces. Rates in the open-air lot are $4 per day, and parking costs $5 per day for any of the covered spaces. Several commercial parking lots near the airport offer free shuttle service to the terminals.

Ground Transportation in Tucson

Sun Tran offers bus service from Tucson's downtown area to the airport. You can purchase a full-fare, two-ride pass for roughly $3 that will get you to and from the airport in the most economical manner. You can grab a cab on the lower level in front of the terminal. Rates are reasonable, starting at $4.50 plus $2.25 for each mile traveled and $22 per hour waiting time. If you have booked your air tickets through Orbitz.com, you might have saved enough money to cover the cost of a private car or limousine service so you can ride to the airport in style.

Restaurants in Tucson

The Tucson airport provides plenty of dining options, whether you want a quick beverage, grab-and-go snack or a full meal. Taco Bron, Ike's Coffee Bar, Cibo Express Gourmet Market, Cheeburger Cheeburger, Boar's Head Deli and Arizona Sports Grill are located on concourse A. On concourse B, you will find Boar's Head Deli, Carmella's Kitchen, Cibo Express Gourmet Market, Ike's Coffee Bar and Sky Asian Bistro. The Jet Rock Bar & Grill and Baskin Robbins are located in the center of the ticketing level. Enjoy your trip, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to search for flights from Tucson.

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport

American Eagle, United Express, and Southwest Airlines operate out of the Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, taking travelers to multiple destinations around the country. When you need flights to Lubbock, you can purchase a discount ticket through Orbitz.com. The airport sits on the outskirts of the city, and you can get from the airport to downtown in 15 to 20 minutes. With the cheap prices you can get through Orbitz.com, you can save more money for other vacation expenses.

Highways and Public Transportation

Interstate 40 and Interstate 27 run right through Lubbock. As long as you stay on one of these roads, you will never get lost. The airport has many different car rental agencies, including Alamo and Budget. If you are one of the many travelers who dislike driving, you can use the bus transit system, also known as Citibus. You can buy daily passes that let you use the bus as often as you like. The buses run until 8 p.m. at night, and the system has some nighttime routes available too.

Hot Summers and Cool Winters

Lubbock has relatively mild weather throughout the year, unlike other parts of the state where the summers are sweltering. The temperatures often drop below freezing during the winters and have highs in the low to high 50s. At the height of summer, the temperatures can climb well into the 90s, so make sure that you protect your skin from the excessive sunlight exposure.

Fun and Entertaining Attractions

Lubbock has a history tied to the ranching industry, and the city is home to the National Ranching Heritage Center. When you want to unwind after a long day, visit the Depot District, which has a variety of different bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. With flights to Lubbock leaving daily, you can easily find one that leaves when you're ready through Orbitz.com.