Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, making Phoenix one hour behind Chicago.
Flights from ORD to PHX start at 05:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 22:10 with American Airlines. In total, there are 105 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your ORD to PHX flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. When you're ready to start your Phoenix holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of the United States:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ORD to PHX flights, with 80.74% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ORD and PHX:
St Louis Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Albuquerque Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight is R 1,460. A round-trip fare is currently R 2,921. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to PHX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ORD to PHX by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ORD:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phoenix and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
April is the most popular month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Phoenix in March.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF). Book your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to PHX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Phoenix, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 483 kilometres west to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Las Vegas is another standout destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without a visit to Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
