$122+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Phoenix
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PHX
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to PhoenixExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:00 pm -
1 stop8h 14m
Fri 9/1111:05 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/511:22 am -
1 stop8h 46m
Fri 9/1111:05 pm -
1 stop6h 52m
Deal found 8/13![Delta logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/212:17 pm -
Nonstop3h 31m
Fri 10/96:20 am -
Nonstop3h 07m
Deal found 8/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:06 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Fri 9/187:24 pm -
2 stops20h 27m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1910:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 08m
Wed 11/254:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Fri 9/111:02 pm -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:15 pm -
Nonstop3h 45m
Mon 10/195:05 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:30 pm -
Nonstop3h 50m
Mon 9/214:49 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Mon 9/77:40 am -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/188:00 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Mon 9/214:00 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/13:49 pm -
1 stop7h 22m
Sat 12/511:40 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 8/13![Delta logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2812:13 pm -
Nonstop3h 20m
Fri 9/46:10 am -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$248
Best flights from Chicago to PhoenixDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:01 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Mon 9/282:45 pm -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/12![Allegiant Air logo]()
$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:30 pm -
Nonstop3h 50m
Mon 9/214:49 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/126:50 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Wed 9/164:00 pm -
1 stop4h 55m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:24 am -
1 stop6h 26m
Tue 9/811:05 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:58 pm -
Nonstop3h 31m
Wed 10/2110:14 am -
3 stops54h 52m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$284
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:18 pm -
1 stop6h 49m
Sun 9/277:49 pm -
1 stop15h 33m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/227:45 pm -
1 stop22h 13m
Thu 10/294:57 pm -
1 stop23h 41m
Deal found 8/16![Sun Country Air logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:30 pm -
Nonstop3h 53m
Thu 9/101:34 pm -
1 stop5h 56m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/309:25 pm -
Nonstop3h 45m
Mon 11/27:05 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/295:31 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Thu 11/511:25 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$273
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/71:39 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Sat 10/103:01 pm -
Nonstop3h 07m
Deal found 8/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/227:00 am -
1 stop5h 37m
Fri 9/254:49 pm -
Nonstop3h 39m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:23 am -
Nonstop3h 31m
Mon 11/167:00 am -
Nonstop3h 13m
Deal found 8/12![Allegiant Air logo]()
$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/295:31 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Tue 11/311:25 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/115:15 am -
Nonstop3h 45m
Mon 10/195:05 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/45:10 pm -
1 stop7h 31m
Mon 9/711:05 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/202:21 pm -
1 stop8h 20m
Sat 10/243:42 pm -
2 stops11h 58m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/108:58 pm -
Nonstop3h 31m
Mon 10/127:30 am -
Nonstop3h 07m
Deal found 8/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$286
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/127:40 pm -
1 stop22h 26m
Sun 11/155:58 pm -
1 stop15h 43m
Deal found 8/16![Sun Country Air logo]()
$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/168:20 pm -
Nonstop3h 40m
Tue 9/2212:35 am -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/611:23 am -
Nonstop3h 31m
Mon 11/97:00 am -
Nonstop3h 13m
Deal found 8/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$286
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1211:41 am -
1 stop6h 12m
Wed 10/145:18 pm -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 8/17![Sun Country Air logo]()
$370
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:09 pm -
1 stop7h 38m
Sat 11/1412:59 am -
1 stop6h 51m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:15 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Sun 10/255:00 am -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 8/14![Southwest logo]()
$313
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/292:18 pm -
1 stop6h 49m
Tue 9/14:06 pm -
1 stop12h 14m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Mon 9/77:40 am -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/248:30 pm -
Nonstop3h 54m
Mon 9/2811:52 pm -
Nonstop3h 28m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$348
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/297:18 pm -
1 stop22h 35m
Sun 11/15:34 pm -
1 stop16h 07m
Deal found 8/12![Sun Country Air logo]()
$375
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/41:13 pm -
Nonstop3h 31m
Mon 11/97:00 am -
Nonstop3h 13m
Deal found 8/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/231:27 pm -
1 stop6h 42m
Sat 10/2412:50 am -
1 stop5h 54m
Deal found 8/14![Delta logo]()
$323
Last-minute flights from Chicago to PhoenixDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2812:13 pm -
Nonstop3h 20m
Fri 9/46:10 am -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$248
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/12:41 pm -
1 stop18h 59m
Fri 9/49:10 am -
1 stop13h 39m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Fri 9/111:02 pm -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$246
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Mon 9/77:40 am -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/511:22 am -
1 stop8h 46m
Fri 9/1111:05 pm -
1 stop6h 52m
Deal found 8/13![Delta logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/511:45 am -
1 stop8h 46m
Tue 9/810:09 pm -
2 stops17h 42m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/62:41 pm -
1 stop8h 47m
Wed 9/99:20 am -
2 stops13h 03m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/82:41 pm -
1 stop10h 58m
Fri 9/113:22 pm -
1 stop7h 23m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:00 pm -
1 stop8h 14m
Fri 9/1111:05 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:06 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Fri 9/187:24 pm -
2 stops20h 27m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:30 pm -
Nonstop3h 50m
Mon 9/214:49 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/188:00 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Mon 9/214:00 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$248
One-way flights from Chicago to PhoenixSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Phoenix. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Phoenix. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/154:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 07m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/107:25 am -
2 stops29h 24m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/12:41 pm -
2 stops19h 17m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$123
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Nonstop3h 31m
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$123
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Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$124
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Deal found 8/15![Frontier logo]()
$124
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2 stops26h 45m
Deal found 8/13![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Nonstop3h 58m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$127
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Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$128
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Find flight deals from Chicago to Phoenix
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Phoenix (PH1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Round-trip from | $245 (Southwest) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $122 (Frontier) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $282 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Phoenix that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
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RFD Chicago Greater Rockford - AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
RFDAZA
Chicago Greater Rockford
Fri 9/25
7:01 pm-8:26 pm
Nonstop3h 25m
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
Mon 9/28
2:45 pm-7:54 pm
Nonstop3h 09m
$246
ChicagoPhoenix
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
ORDPHX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/18
1:30 pm-3:20 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Mon 9/21
4:49 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$247
ChicagoPhoenix
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
ORDPHX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/4
4:30 pm-6:23 pm
Nonstop3h 53m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Thu 9/10
1:34 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop5h 56m
$247
ChicagoPhoenix
MDW Chicago Midway - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
MDWPHX
Chicago Midway
Sat 9/12
6:50 am-11:30 am
1 stop6h 40m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Wed 9/16
4:00 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$254
ChicagoPhoenix
MDW Chicago Midway - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
MDWPHX
Chicago Midway
Fri 10/30
9:25 pm-11:10 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Mon 11/2
7:05 pm-1:05 am
1 stop5h 00m
$272
ChicagoPhoenix
MDW Chicago Midway - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
MDWPHX
Chicago Midway
Sat 9/5
9:24 am-1:50 pm
1 stop6h 26m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Tue 9/8
11:05 pm-9:07 am
1 stop8h 02m
$273
ChicagoPhoenix
MDW Chicago Midway - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
MDWPHX
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/29
5:31 pm-11:21 pm
1 stop7h 50m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Thu 11/5
11:25 pm-9:17 am
1 stop8h 52m
$273
Quickest round-trip
ChicagoPhoenix
RFD Chicago Greater Rockford - AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
RFDAZA
Chicago Greater Rockford
Mon 9/7
1:39 pm-3:04 pm
Nonstop3h 25m
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
Sat 10/10
3:01 pm-8:08 pm
Nonstop3h 07m
$273
ChicagoPhoenix
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
ORDPHX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 9/22
7:00 am-10:37 am
1 stop5h 37m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Fri 9/25
4:49 pm-10:28 pm
Nonstop3h 39m
$276
ChicagoPhoenix
RFD Chicago Greater Rockford - AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
RFDAZA
Chicago Greater Rockford
Fri 11/13
11:23 am-1:54 pm
Nonstop3h 31m
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
Mon 11/16
7:00 am-11:13 am
Nonstop3h 13m
$278
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Phoenix?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Phoenix (average of $238). Flying from Chicago to Phoenix in June is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to PHX?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
When flying from Chicago to Phoenix, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Phoenix
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Phoenix. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to PH1 are scheduled on a Saturday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (48 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Phoenix?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Phoenix flights typically cost between $245 and $376 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $245 on Southwest (Sep 12-Sep 19).
How often are flights from Chicago to Phoenix delayed?
About 21% of weekly flights between Chicago and Phoenix have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Phoenix flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Phoenix flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Phoenix?
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Phoenix. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Phoenix?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Phoenix. Reviews last updated August 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Phoenix, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Chicago to Phoenix Travel Guide
When you're used to the big city life in Chicago, Phoenix is a welcome change of pace. Since the city is in the middle of the desert, expect to see plenty of red rocks and cactus. The terrain is perfect for getting outside and exploring, just remember that there's year-round sunshine. Even on winter days that are below freezing in Chicago, Phoenix is usually right around the high 60's or low 70's F. There are quite a few direct flights available to get you from Chicago to Phoenix, and the flight takes just a little over three and a half hours.
The sunshine in Phoenix makes you want to spend as much time as possible outdoors, and fortunately there are several great hiking trails available. Papago Park is one popular option, while Holbert Trail is one of the best places to see Native American petroglyphs, which are rock carvings. If you want to get in touch with the city's Old West roots, rent a horse for a ride through the desert. Just remember that it gets very hot during the summer in Phoenix so it's usually best to schedule the outdoor activities for the morning before the sun is full-force.
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$64 | Average$223 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$274 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$131 | Average$218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$187 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$310 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$196 | Average$329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$341 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$220 | Average$269 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |
Helpful tips for your next trip to Phoenix
Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Phoenix. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
- The route from Chicago to Phoenix is served by a number of airlines that strive to promote environmental sustainability. One notable airline that has been at the forefront of promoting sustainability is Frontier Airlines. The airline has a fleet that is about 43% fuel efficient, contributing to lower carbon emissions to the environment.
- Phoenix is a city striving to enhance its sustainability. As a result, the city has come up with policies that guide flights when it comes to carbon emissions. This is captured in the Arizona State policies requiring planes and vehicles not to exceed a set limit of carbon emissions.
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is an origin airport for this route that has developed sustainable guidelines in its design and operation. The airport has implemented energy conservation measures such as the use of energy-efficient devices across the airport terminals.