Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to PHX flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SYD and PHX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight is R 8,037. A return fare is currently R 14,436. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to PHX if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SYD to PHX.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
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 Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Grab a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car and explore Phoenix and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to the centre of Phoenix has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Phoenix. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to PHX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
