Let’s be honest: the airport experience is what eats your day. From getting to LAX (which is a journey in itself) to clearing security, to the gate shuffle—it can take three times longer than the actual flight.
My personal record? Two hours in a security line because someone forgot to take their water bottle out of their bag. Steve, if you’re reading this, we’re all still waiting.
Your best bet? Arrive at the airport two hours early for a domestic flight. Yes, it hurts. But it beats sprinting through Terminal 4 with your shoes untied.
Direct (non-stop) flights from Los Angeles to Tucson - schedules
What to Do With Your 75 Minutes
Once you’re in the air, you’ve got a precious window of time. Don’t waste it staring at the seatback screen. Here’s a pro move: Read a short chapter of a book. You’ll feel accomplished.
Or, if you’re like me, you’ll spend the whole time staring at the desert out the window. It’s like a giant, sandy living room with no furniture. I never get tired of it.
And if you’re really brave, try to finish a crossword puzzle. You’ll land feeling like a genius, even if you only got “3-Down: A type of cactus.” (Answer: Saguaro. You’re welcome.)
