Travelling from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
All good adventures take off from Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) departing from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
Seattle and Phoenix (where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
With 155 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SEA to PHX is with Frontier Airlines at 22:06.
Your flight from Seattle to PHX won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Get there in one go from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) operate from here.
These are some of the popular airlines operating direct flights from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport taking off from SEA:
From central Seattle, SEA is approximately 23 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) operates nonstop flights from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from Seattle to PHX. Compare your options below to see which carrier best fits your holiday plans leaving from LKE:
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 11 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Seattle to PHX? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider staying in a hotel near PHX if you're taking a late flight from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 11 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 34 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
P3,265 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Return flights start from P6,367. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Seattle to PHX.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, plan your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
May is the quietest time to travel to Phoenix. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
Book your flight from Seattle to PHX for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 4ºC and 20ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Phoenix is to check out its most popular sights. Highlights include Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
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