Cheap flights from Chicago to Phoenix

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Cheapest round-trip flights $103
Frontier Nonstop 4 hr Sat, Nov 1 — Sat, Nov 8
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $103
Cheapest one-way flight $49
Frontier Nonstop 4 hr Sat, Nov 15
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $49
Cheapest nonstop flights $118
Frontier Nonstop 5 hr Thu, Jan 8 — Thu, Jan 15
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $118
Last-minute weekend getaway $243
Frontier 1 stop 9 hr Sat, Oct 18 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $243
Cheapest business class flights $777
Delta 1 stop 8 hr Fri, Dec 5 — Fri, Dec 12
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $777
Fastest flight 3 hr 40 min The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Phoenix takes 3 hr 40 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 month to fly is typically July.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $105–190
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $195–290

Popular airlines from Chicago to Phoenix

  • Southwest
    Nonstop
    from $197
    Typical price: $225–450
    65 weekly nonstop flights
    MDW, ORD - PHX Every day
    2638 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - PHX Every day
  • American
    Nonstop
    from $188
    Typical price: $215–440
    49 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - PHX Every day
    802 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - PHX Every day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $188
    Typical price: $210–435
    38 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - PHX Every day
    273 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - PHX Every day
  • Frontier
    Nonstop
    from $103
    Typical price: $135–300
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    MDW, ORD - PHX Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun
    43 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - PHX Every day
  • Delta
    from $237
    Typical price: $245–540
    345 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - PHX Every day
  • Alaska
    from $216
    Typical price: $305–760
    36 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - PHX Every day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 39 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 25 min 9 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 57 min 165 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 37 min 75 mi

Popular airports near Phoenix

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
    Phoenix United States 12 min 3 mi
  • Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
    Phoenix United States 41 min 25 mi
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    Tucson United States 1 hr 53 min 112 mi
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
    Phoenix United States 31 min 15 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Phoenix

When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $105 to $190.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $103. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $49.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $197, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $188, flying from Jan 10 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $188, flying from Jan 10 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $103, flying from Nov 1 to Nov 8.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $237, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 10.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $216, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 12.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix starts at $103 from Sat, Nov 1 to Sat, Nov 8. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $49 and departs on Sat, Nov 15.
How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Phoenix?
3 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Phoenix.
When should you fly to Phoenix, United States?
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.
What is the best airline to fly from Chicago to Phoenix?
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, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 65 nonstop flights and 2,638 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Phoenix are:
  • American offers 49 nonstop flights and 802 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • United offers 38 nonstop flights and 273 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • Frontier offers 7 nonstop flights and 43 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) .
  • Delta offers 345 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) .
  • Alaska offers 36 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Phoenix.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $103. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $49.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $197, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $188, flying from Jan 10 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $188, flying from Jan 10 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $103, flying from Nov 1 to Nov 8.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $237, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 10.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $216, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 12.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
  • There are 65 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 American direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 38 United direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Phoenix at price $243 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
  • There are 65 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 American direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 38 United direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $118 from Thu, Jan 8 to Thu, Jan 15 with Frontier.
How can I find nonstop flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
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.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $777 from Fri, Dec 5 to Fri, Dec 12 with Delta.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $103 from Sat, Nov 1 to Sat, Nov 8.
How can I book business class trips from Chicago to Phoenix?
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.
Are there any last-minute deals from Chicago to Phoenix next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Phoenix starts at $243 from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20 with Frontier.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Phoenix?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Phoenix at price $243 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix?
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.

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