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Cheapest round-trip
$245
Typical prices: $205-$343
American Airlines
Tue 9/8Mon 9/14
ORD - PHX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$123
Typical prices: $119-$253
Frontier
Wed 9/2
ORD - PHX • 2 stops
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American Basic Economy cuts fares; Frontier Economy Bundle adds bag and seat choice.
United Economy Plus adds up to 6 inches more legroom; Zone 2 helps bin space.
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Shortest trip • 6h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl (ORD-PHX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 12:14 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 39mnonstop
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5:08 am - 10:49 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 41mnonstop
$245American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 12:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:21 pm - 12:23 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$245Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 1:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
11:40 pm - 10:01 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 21m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$245Frontier
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:37 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 52mnonstop
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8:45 am - 2:28 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 43mnonstop
$246United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
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11:00 am - 12:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 56mnonstop
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6:20 am - 11:59 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 39mnonstop
$246United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 1:48 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
4h 08mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 5:55 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40mnonstop
$246American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 6:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
6h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:58 pm - 11:50 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$248Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
2:44 pm - 11:21 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
9h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
7:35 am - 5:22 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 47m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$248Delta
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
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7:57 pm - 10:41 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
15h 44m1 stop San Diego
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8:04 pm - 12:33 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 29mnonstop
$248Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:42 pm - 12:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
4h 05mnonstop
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7:01 am - 1:54 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 53m1 stop San Diego
$249Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually cost between $245 and $406 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $245 on Frontier (Sep 9-Sep 15).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on a Saturday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Chicago O'Hare Airport, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $242 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $383 and $367 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $347, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on Frontier, United Airlines and ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$123
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 23% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl 
JanieFlew with SWISSFeb 2025
I think you should prebook food or bring your own food.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesApr 2024
Use the find my gate feature on the flights phone app if available as the airport is a bit confusing

FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flights

  • At which terminal do I catch my flight from Chicago to Phoenix?

    This depends on which company you are flying with. American Airlines operates from Terminal 3, Frontier from Terminal 5, Spirit from Terminal 3, and United Airlines from Terminal 1 or 2, so make sure you know where you’re departing from before heading to the airport.

  • Which airlines fly from Chicago Airport to Phoenix Airport?

    Airlines offering non-stop daily flights between Chicago and Phoenix include Spirit, Frontier, American Airlines, and United Airlines. However, while some of the cheaper ones may offer slightly more affordable flights, they only fly once a day, which means less flexibility. American Airlines offers several flights per day with luggage included for a little more money, so take this into consideration before booking your flight from Chicago to Phoenix.

  • Where do I rent a car at Phoenix Airport?

    You can book your rental car at the Rental Car Center at PHX. In order to get there, hop on the Rental Car Shuttle, which runs every few minutes and stops on the Baggage Claim level of each different terminal.

  • How do I go from Phoenix Airport to the city center?

    Aside from renting a car, you can also get a taxi or other app-based ride service to the city center. Public transport is also available, including hopping on at Valley Metro Rail station, which is directly connected to the 44th Street PHX Sky Train Station, and which takes you to different areas of Phoenix. Bus Route 44 also departs from the 44th Street PHX Sky Train Station, while Route 13 of the Valley Metro bus departs from Terminal 2.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $123 for a one-way ticket and $245 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Chicago O'Hare Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl and will be arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Phoenix, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Phoenix are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $343 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $269 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from Chicago O'Hare Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and PHX can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from Chicago O'Hare Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $174 or less one-way and $280 or less round-trip.
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is easy to navigate with the help of the ATS train service, which runs every few minutes and stops at all terminals. There is also a shuttle bus that connects Parking Lot F and Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5, and it stops on Level 1. Otherwise, take the Pedestrian Tunnel Level to walk across to all the terminals.
  • If you need to leave your car at ORD for an extensive period of time, Long Term Parking and Economy Parking correspond to Lot E and G, and they cost $17 and $10 per day, respectively. They are adjacent to each other, along Bessie Coleman Drive.
  • If you need to kill some time before a flight at ORD, the Air France – KLM Lounge in Terminal 5 is located between Gates M8 and M7 and the entry is around $40.
  • The free PHX Sky Train is the method of transportation that connects the terminals at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), as well as the East Economy Parking and the Valley Metro Rail. The trains run every 3 to 5 minutes, 24 hours a day. The PHX Sky Train stops on the third level of Terminal 4 and on Level 2 of Terminal 3. If you want to access Terminal 2, there’s a covered walkway access from Terminal 3’s PHX Sky Train Station.
  • If you arrive late or have a delayed flight to PHX and need accommodation near the airport, there are several options, ranging from the most affordable to some of the most luxurious. The Aloft Phoenix Airport is just steps away from the Valley Metro Rail station, although it also offers a free airport shuttle. The Hilton Phoenix Airport Hotel, just like most surrounding airport hotels, offers a shuttle on demand, so make sure you contact them if you’ll need one.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.
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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

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