How to find cheap flights from Phoenix
The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight from Phoenix is $19, departing from Phoenix Sky Harbor.
Return tickets are available from $45.
San Francisco International is the cheapest city you can fly into from Phoenix.
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Get the timing right when booking your plane tickets from Phoenix. For domestic travel, try to secure your seats one to three months before you travel, while international trips are often best booked two to six months in advance.
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Need some ideas on where to fly to? Enter your departure city (Phoenix), then select 'Explore everywhere' to find flights to any destination ordered by price.
Best time to fly from Phoenix
October is usually when flights departing from Phoenix are cheapest.
April is generally the most popular month to travel. You can expect more flight choices during peak periods like this, but you can also expect to pay more.
More affordable tickets are available in November, which is the quietest time to fly out of the city.
If your schedule allows, aim to leave midweek. Flights from Phoenix usually cost less on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than later in the week.
Where to fly to from Phoenix
Pack your suitcase and head off to San Jose del Cabo, Guadalajara or Puerto Vallarta. They're among the most popular international cities to visit from Phoenix.
Chicago, Seattle and Denver are favorites if you'd rather stay closer to home.
Thinking bigger than a city break? Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom are among the most visited countries for travelers flying from Phoenix.
The shortest flight out of Phoenix is to Tucson, which takes around 50 minutes.
Flying from Phoenix: what you need to know
Phoenix sits in the UTC-7 time zone, with departing flights listed in local time.
Here's a list of the leading airlines flying from Phoenix, with one example of an airport they operate from:
American Airlines: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
Southwest Airlines: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
Delta: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
Know the entry rules before you go if you're departing for another country. They can differ depending on your passport and plans, so always check with official channels like your airline or embassy.
Leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is the busiest airport for flights from Phoenix. PHX is around 4 miles from the center of the city.
It'll take roughly 25 minutes to get there from the center by public transport. When driving, it's about 10 minutes.
Popular airlines flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport include:
Staying close to PHX can make the start of your trip a lot easier. Here are some nearby hotels to consider if you're flying out early:
Flying out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is another airport to factor in when searching for flight tickets from Phoenix. AZA is around 25 miles from the city center.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so.
Prepare for departure with Allegiant Air, which has flights from AZA.
These hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport will put you steps from your departure gate ahead of your flight from Phoenix:
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