Travelling from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Explore the options for leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3 hours 48 minutes.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is 2 hours behind Chicago. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route. There are 136 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 22:55. Go for the first ORD to PHX departure operated by American Airlines at 05:00 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to PHX, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
August is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) can be booked from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport departing from ORD. Get on board with any of these:
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Searching for a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Want other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)? Browse the fares jetting out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can take your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Chicago to PHX departing from MDW. Set off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to PHX:
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHX if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to the centre of Phoenix takes around 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 34 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, $79 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $159. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Chicago to PHX when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are typically at their lowest.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to Phoenix. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to PHX in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Phoenix is to visit its most popular sights. Highlights include Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
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