Cheap flights from Chicago to Phoenix

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Cheapest round-trip flights$122
FrontierNonstop5 hrSat, Apr 18 — Fri, Apr 24
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $122
Cheapest one-way flight$44
FrontierNonstop5 hrFri, May 1
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $44
Last-minute weekend getaway$280
FrontierNonstop5 hrFri, Mar 20 — Mon, Mar 23
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $280
Cheapest business class flights$367
FrontierNonstop5 hrSun, May 3 — Tue, May 12
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix is currently $367
Fastest flight3 hr 35 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Phoenix takes 3 hr 35 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere 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
Prices in January are usually between $90 and $225.

Popular airlines from Chicago to Phoenix

  • Southwest
    Nonstop
    from $217
    Typical price: $215–390
    82 weekly nonstop flights
    MDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
    2537 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
  • American
    Nonstop
    from $217
    Typical price: $210–410
    56 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - PHXEvery day
    785 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - PHXEvery day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $217
    Typical price: $210–460
    49 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - PHXEvery day
    260 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - PHXEvery day
  • Frontier
    Nonstop
    from $122
    Typical price: $140–315
    12 weekly nonstop flights
    MDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
    40 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
  • Delta
    from $257
    Typical price: $235–530
    305 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - PHXEvery day
  • Alaska
    from $240
    Typical price: $255–620
    29 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - PHXEvery day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • 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 24 min75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi

Popular airports near Phoenix

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
    PhoenixUnited States12 min3 mi
  • Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
    PhoenixUnited States41 min25 mi
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    TucsonUnited States1 hr 53 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 $122. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $44.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $217, flying from Apr 25 to May 2.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $217, flying from Apr 25 to May 2.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $217, flying from Apr 25 to May 2.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $122, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 24.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $257, flying from May 9 to May 16.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $240, flying from May 4 to May 12.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix starts at $122 from Sat, Apr 18 to Fri, Apr 24. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $44 and departs on Fri, May 1.
3 hr 35 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.
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 82 nonstop flights and 2,537 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 56 nonstop flights and 785 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
  • United offers 49 nonstop flights and 260 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
  • Frontier offers 12 nonstop flights and 40 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 305 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 29 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.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $122. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $44.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $217, flying from Apr 25 to May 2.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $217, flying from Apr 25 to May 2.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $217, flying from Apr 25 to May 2.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $122, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 24.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $257, flying from May 9 to May 16.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Phoenix is $240, flying from May 4 to May 12.
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
  • There are 82 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 56 American direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 United direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 12 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Phoenix at price $280 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Mar 20 to Mon, Mar 23.
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Phoenix.
  • There are 82 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 56 American direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 49 United direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 12 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
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 $122 from Sat, Apr 18 to Fri, Apr 24 with Frontier.
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 $367 from Sun, May 3 to Tue, May 12 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Phoenix start at $122 from Sat, Apr 18 to Fri, Apr 24.
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.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Phoenix starts at $280 from Fri, Mar 20 to Mon, Mar 23 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Phoenix at price $280 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Mar 20 to Mon, Mar 23.
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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