Flying from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 21 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 3 hours behind New York.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), with 71 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to PHX is the 06:30 American Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 21:29 with Delta.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to PHX. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? High seasons (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) depart from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport leaving from EWR. Book your ticket with one of these:
From the centre of New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)? Check out the fares flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from New York to PHX departing from JFK. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these carriers and you'll arrive before you realise it:
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in around 1 hour and 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to PHX:
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 11 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 34 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
$111 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Return flights start from $206. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 8 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from New York to PHX within that timeframe.
The cheapest month for tickets from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Phoenix, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from New York to PHX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Phoenix right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Phoenix itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Papago Park.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
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