Los Angeles to Phoenix Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.85/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.79/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

August peak season typically sees increased freight demand as retailers prepare for fall inventory, coupled with reduced carrier capacity due to summer maintenance and driver vacations. LA-Phoenix corridor remains consistently strong with moderate seasonal uplift expected.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

This high-volume corridor maintains steady carrier participation, though August typically tightens capacity as regional carriers experience increased utilization across southwestern markets.