Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport is 5 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Anchorage is UTC-9, which is two hours behind Phoenix.
There are eight Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport flights every week.
Your PHX to ANC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Anchorage — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Alaska Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that offers PHX to ANC flights is Alaska Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 73.33% of the time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHX and ANC:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
154 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 309 €. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHX to ANC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from PHX to ANC.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX reach their destination on time.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to PHX? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
If you're landing on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ANC:
Pick up a Anchorage International Airport rental car and explore Anchorage and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Anchorage International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Anchorage. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Anchorage International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Anchorage, with the temperature ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to ANC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Fairbanks is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Anchorage. Around 418 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Aurora Park, S.S. Nenana Sternwheeler Riverboat and Georgeson Botanical Garden.
Eagle River is another place worth checking out during your travels in the United States. Head to this destination, located about 21 kilometres north-east of Anchorage, to see highlights like Wolf Song of Alaska.