Cheap flights from Chicago to Phoenix

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Flight information for Chicago to Phoenix to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$58
Frontier Nonstop 4 hr Sep 7 — Sep 14
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $58
Cheapest one-way flight
$29
Frontier Nonstop 4 hr Sep 18
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $29
Fastest flight
3 hr 33 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Phoenix takes 3 hr 33 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Phoenix is typically January. The most expensive one is typically July.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $75–160
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $145–235

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago 22 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis 2 hr 56 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Phoenix

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
    Phoenix 13 min 3 mi
  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
    Phoenix 41 min 25 mi
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    Tucson 1 hr 57 min 112 mi
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
    Phoenix 31 min 15 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Phoenix

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Phoenix?
3 hr 33 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Phoenix.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in January. Typical prices range from $75 to $160.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Chicago to Phoenix was with Frontier from $58. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $29.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix starts at $58 from Sat, Sep 7 to Sat, Sep 14. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $29 and departs on Wed, Sep 18.
When should you visit 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).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Phoenix
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.

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