Travelling from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) leaving from either of these.
The average length of a direct Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind Chicago.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route. There are 103 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with American Airlines at 10:10pm. Go for the first ORD to PHX departure operated by American Airlines at 5am if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to PHX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
At ORD, there's a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, including:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between ORD and PHX is American Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, United Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) plane ticket out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). See if flying from MDW works better for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Chicago to PHX with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of MDW.
On the MDW to PHX route, Southwest Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with Southwest Airlines compared to other carriers.
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to PHX flight:
77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive when they should. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near PHX and hit the pillow fast:
Hit the road running by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond Phoenix's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
At the moment, 77 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 156 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to PHX if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). July is the busiest month to visit Phoenix. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in May.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your Chicago to PHX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Phoenix right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Camelback Mountain and Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Phoenix to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
Explore more of the United States
Tucson is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Phoenix. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Saguaro National Park East Unit, Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation.
Yuma is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres west of Phoenix. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Victorian Yuma, Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and Downtown Yuma.
