Flying from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main terminals.
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. The city's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), with 19 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from YVR to PHX is the 8:20am Air Canada service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 4:35pm with Air Canada.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Vancouver to PHX.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) can be booked from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport leaving from YVR. Get on board with any of these:
Most travellers choose to book seats with Air Canada between YVR and PHX.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is WestJet. Its services arrive without delay 78.18% of the time.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to PHX flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from YXX arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Reserve a hotel close to PHX if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond Phoenix's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to central Phoenix is about 6 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
R 1,316 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,154. These fares may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to PHX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Phoenix. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Vancouver to PHX plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Your trip to Phoenix wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Camelback Mountain, Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Phoenix, a visit to Tucson will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Saguaro National Park East Unit, Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation.
Around 257 kilometres west of Phoenix, Yuma is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Victorian Yuma, Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and Downtown Yuma.
