Cheap flights from Chicago to Phoenix
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Phoenix and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $240 | Frontier1 stop13 hrSat, Aug 22 — Sat, Aug 29 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $240 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $120 | Frontier1 stop9 hrWed, Aug 12 | The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $120 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $257 | SouthwestNonstop4 hrThu, Aug 27 — Wed, Sep 2 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $257 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $327 | Frontier1 stop9 hrSat, Jun 13 — Sun, Jun 14 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $327 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $488 | Frontier1 stop11 hrSat, Aug 8 — Sat, Aug 15 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $488 |
| Fastest flight | 3 hr 32 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Phoenix takes 3 hr 32 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Chicago to Phoenix per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Phoenix is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
| January Cheapest | Typical prices: $90–225 |
|---|---|
| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $245–350 |
Popular airlines from Chicago to Phoenix
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Chicago to Phoenix in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $257Typical price: $215–40550 weekly nonstop flightsMDW - PHXEvery day2515 weekly connecting flightsMDW - PHXEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $269Typical price: $210–41563 weekly nonstop flightsORD - PHXEvery day878 weekly connecting flightsORD - PHXEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $257Typical price: $210–46032 weekly nonstop flightsORD - PHXEvery day237 weekly connecting flightsORD - PHXEvery day
- Deltafrom $289Typical price: $235–530288 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
- Frontierfrom $240Typical price: $140–33045 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
- Alaskafrom $255Typical price: $255–59025 weekly connecting flightsORD - PHXEvery day
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States26 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 23 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Popular airports near Phoenix
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Phoenix center and popularity with travelers.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)PhoenixUnited States12 min3 mi
- Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)PhoenixUnited States25 mi
- Tucson International Airport (TUS)TucsonUnited States1 hr 54 min112 mi
- Scottsdale Airport (SCF)PhoenixUnited States31 min15 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Phoenix
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $90 to $225.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $240. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $120.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $257, flying from Sep 3 to Sep 9.
- The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $269, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $257, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 2.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $289, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $240, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $255, flying from Aug 15 to Aug 22.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix starts at $240 from Sat, Aug 22 to Sat, Aug 29. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $120 and departs on Wed, Aug 12.
3 hr 32 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Phoenix.
Most visitors arrive Dec–May, when the weather is warm and dry. Summers (May–Sep) are very hot. Local events include the Phoenix Open professional golf tournament (late Jan–early Feb), the Arizona State Fair (Oct) and the Arizona National Livestock Show (Dec).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Phoenix.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Phoenix really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Phoenix.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 63 nonstop flights and 878 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 50 nonstop flights and 2,515 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Phoenix are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 63 nonstop flights and 878 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 50 nonstop flights and 2,515 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Phoenix are:
- United offers 32 nonstop flights and 237 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
- Delta offers 288 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
- Frontier offers 45 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
- Alaska offers 25 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $240. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $120.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $257, flying from Sep 3 to Sep 9.
- The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $269, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $257, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 2.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $289, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $240, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $255, flying from Aug 15 to Aug 22.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
- There are 50 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 American direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 32 United direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Phoenix at price $327 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Jun 13 to Sun, Jun 14.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
- There are 50 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 American direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 32 United direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $257 from Thu, Aug 27 to Wed, Sep 2 with Southwest.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Phoenix, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $488 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $240 from Sat, Aug 22 to Sat, Aug 29.
To book business class trips from Chicago to Phoenix, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Phoenix starts at $327 from Sat, Jun 13 to Sun, Jun 14 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Phoenix at price $327 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Jun 13 to Sun, Jun 14.
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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