Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Phoenix
Outbound – Oct 16, 2026
direct
4h 7m Return – Oct 23, 2026
direct
3h 27m $188
2 days ago
Chicago – Phoenix
Outbound – Oct 16, 2026
direct
4h 7m Return – Oct 23, 2026
1 stop
6h 8m DFW
$214
2 days ago
Chicago – Phoenix
Outbound – Oct 16, 2026
direct
3h 45m Return – Oct 22, 2026
direct
3h 10m $279
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$127
Average price of a round trip
$259
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
4h1
A flight from Chicago to Phoenix takes on average 4h1.
Best time
June
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Phoenix is June.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Phoenix
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Phoenix (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $87 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, April and March.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 79 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Phoenix costs on average $234.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Phoenix
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $127 to $1294
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $259
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: June
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 23°C, with a minimum of 19°C and a maximum of 28°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Phoenix, USA
airports :
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Falcon Field Airport (MSC)
local time :
Phoenix is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Phoenix, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 34°C, with a minimum of 25°C and a maximum of 44°C.
The city of Phoenix has 2 airport(s): Phoenix Sky Harbor and Falcon Field
Useful info about Phoenix
What is the least touristic period to go to Phoenix?
If you want to visit Phoenix during the least touristic period, choose the month of June.
What is the most popular time to travel to Phoenix?
In Phoenix, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Phoenix?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 79 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 12 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Phoenix is Friday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Phoenix?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Phoenix?
The journey from Chicago to Phoenix can also be done by train. Search on Liligo to compare the different means of transportation.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Phoenix?
In summer, the average temperature is 35°C in Phoenix and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 23 mm in Phoenix and 141 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Phoenix and it rains less in Phoenix. In winter, it is colder in Phoenix and it rains more in Chicago.