How long is the AA979 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 30 min. Los Angeles to Phoenix is 594 km (369 mi).

Which terminal does AA979 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 4 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and arrives at Terminal 4 at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does AA979 have?

Also listed as AAL979 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 979.

AA979 Flight Status American Airlines: Los Angeles to Phoenix (AAL979)

American Airlines AA 979

Scheduled in 50'

LAX Los Angeles

Scheduled: 19:05
Estimated: 19:05

Terminal: 4 | Gate: 49B

Departure: Tue, Nov 3, 2026 · local time PST

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

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PHX Phoenix

Scheduled: 21:35
Estimated
Delay

Terminal: 4 | Gate: A11

Arrival: Tue, Nov 3, 2026 · local time MST

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

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Departs in 50m 0%

LAX 19:05 PHX 21:35

594 km (369 mi) to fly

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 594 km / 369 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:30

AA 979 Flight Status & Schedule American Airlines Los Angeles to Phoenix

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 03	LAX	PHX	19:05	21:35	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 02	LAX	PHX	20:52	22:46	Delayed	Track >
Nov 01	LAX	PHX	20:06	22:10	Landed Late	Track >

American Airlines' Los Angeles–Phoenix flight covers 594 km (369 mi) and runs three times a week: Monday, Tuesday and Sunday. The timetable allows 1 h 30 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 19:05 and arrive at 21:35 local time.

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About AA 979

Route: Los Angeles International Airport LAX to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport PHX
Distance: 594 km (369 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 1 h 30 min
Flies: Mon, Tue, Sun
Usually departs from: Terminal 4

AA 979 FAQ

How long is the AA979 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 30 min. Los Angeles to Phoenix is 594 km (369 mi).
Which days does AA979 fly?: Three times a week: Monday, Tuesday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does AA979 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 4 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and arrives at Terminal 4 at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AA979 have?: Also listed as AAL979 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 979.

AA979 and Los Angeles LAX to Phoenix PHX Flights

Flight AA979 is code-shared by 4 airlines using the flight numbers CX7587, JL7538, QR7594, TN1373

Other flights departing from Los Angeles LAX: F94593, UA2801, DL2197

Other flights arriving at Phoenix PHX: WN389, UA1729, UA374, WN3710

All flights connecting Los Angeles LAX to Phoenix PHX.