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$130 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$276
Typical prices: $586-$439
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Cheapest non-stop
$451
Typical prices: $588-$491
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Cheapest • from $276 (round-trip)
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Shortest trip • 6h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix (PHL-PHX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix 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 Philadelphia to Phoenix

Sat, Jun 6 - Sat, Jun 13
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Fri, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 15
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Fri, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 18
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Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 11
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Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23
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Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Jun 12
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Phoenix flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport departing in June.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

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

For Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport back to Philadelphia, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $417 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $526 and $521 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Philadelphia 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 $486, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix

 
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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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on PHL

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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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$130
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Phoenix based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flights

  • How early should I get to PHL?

    On the date you’re scheduled to fly to Phoenix, you should get to PHL at least 2h before your flight. This will assist you in avoiding missing your flight due to encountering heavy traffic while getting into the airport or being delayed at the airport’s security checks, as you’ll have adequate time to spare before your flight.

  • What special services are available at PHL?

    PHL offers a special hospitality program that caters to passengers hit with flight cancellations due to weather or emergency reasons. In case your flight is canceled for any of the stated reasons, you’ll be offered snacks, blankets, pillows, as well as other comfort items.

  • Is PHX accessible?

    To cater to travelers with reduced mobility, this airport features ramps, elevators, pathways for the visually impaired, and accessible-to-all lavatories. Additionally, it features TSA Care officials who specialize in serving disabled individuals. Thus, if you’re disabled or traveling with someone who is, you can rest assured of having a smooth time at this airport.

  • Does PHX have any interesting attractions?

    While still at PHX, you should consider visiting the exhibitions set up by the airport’s Phoenix Airport Museum. Present in Terminal 3, Terminal 4, and the Rental Facility, these exhibitions feature sculptures, photographs, and paintings made by the Phoenix’s local artists.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    In the last 7 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $130 for a one-way ticket and $276 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Philadelphia and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    A passport is not required to fly from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    When flying out of Philadelphia you will be using Philadelphia. You will be landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, also known as Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Phoenix are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $499 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $340 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $201 or less one-way and $426 or less round-trip.
  • If you’d like to travel from the city center in Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) via public transport, you can board a train, a bus, or a taxi. Given that its taxis are the fastest, if you’d like to reach the airport as quickly as you can, it’s in your best interest to travel aboard one.
  • If traveling with your kids, you should check out the Ready for Take Off children’s play area while waiting for your flight at PHL. Located in the airport’s Terminal A-East, this spacious store features aviation-themed climbing toys and child-proof playgrounds.
  • PHL boasts information desks on the Landside and Airside of Terminal A-East, the Airside of Terminal B, and the Landside of Terminal E. In case you need help while at the airport, head to the nearest one to you. At any, you’ll get the assistance you require, as they are all manned by friendly and knowledgeable professionals.
  • Although Phoenix is served by both Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), you’ll land at PHX as it is the only Phoenix airport that serves flights to and from Philadelphia. If you’ve got an infant you’d like to breastfeed before leaving the airport, there are several nursing rooms you can use. These nursing rooms, available in two locations in the airport’s Terminal 3 and two other locations in Terminal 4, feature comfortable seats, changing tables, sinks, and power outlets you can use to charge your breast pump.
  • If you’d like to rent a car at PHX, you can do so with ease, as the airport boasts a Rental Car Facility which is home to counters of reliable car rentals like Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Alamo, Avis, and Hertz. To get to this rental facility, located south of the airport’s terminals, you’ll board one of the airport’s shuttles that continuously offer transportation to and from the center.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Phoenix

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to Phoenix. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

I'm glad it wasn't only 75% full because I could get a good seat

if I was good. Not happy that I have to pay extra money to get the seat I need for lake room, but I guess that’s a sign of the times.

Seats were very comfortable. They tilted back. Drinks and snacks were free and served 3 times. Attendants were awesome.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Truly terrible. Will never willingly fly southwest again. Seats are worse than before they switched to assigned seating. One flight attendant was the opposite of helpful (rude, unhelpful, dismissive, and as my stranger seatmate said unprompted: a total prick). This caused me, 15 minutes into the flight, to book an alternate return flight home on a competing airline (first class 1.2k purchase instead of my existing planned flight) just so I would not have to ever be on that aircraft, with that terrible service person, with those horrific seats ever again.

No service flight that took 5 hrs and a stop at an unscheduled airport. Crew and pilots did their jobs

Clean planes and not take my comfort class seat away.

Weather caused a long delay, but the efficiency and updates from the pilot were helpful. We were able to make our connection fortunately.

Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

Free & relatively fast Wi-Fi. Would've liked a wider drink selection.

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

Seat bottom cushions are not good. I’m 165# & they hurt my butt. Plenty of legroom.

The airplane seats were spacious and comfortable, and the flight attendants were friendly and attentive. The food was delicious like never before. The blankets and toiletries were thoughtfully provided. The captain's navigation was steady and reliable. In short, having flown with Starlux, I won't consider any other airline next time.

Like: flights are on time, good boarding process Can improve: planes are old, improve entertainment and make space more comfortable

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

The seats need better cushioning for a nearly 5-hour flight, it was a bit uncomfortable. I'm glad American has free wi-fi but there were was a bout 30 minutes in the middle of the flight when there was no connection which was frustrating.

My original flight got delayed day of so I had to rebook it from one layover to two layovers. The flight also left earlier which was a slight inconvenience but manageable. Then my first connection flight got delayed 3 separate times for a total of 2 hours delayed, causing me to miss my second connection flight back to Santa Barbara. Now, because of this missed flight, I am missing my college classes that I pay for.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

On time flight, good communication about boarding, lines didn't form unnecessarily for boarding before their group was announced (kept aisles clear), friendly flight attendants and service

Good flight, seated and had a water within 5 minutes. Crew was hospitable.

I didn't go from Reno to Phoenix I ended up going from Reno to Dallas to Tucson because my flight rebooked because my Amtrak was late I tried notifying you guys I also don't know what you ask me about my flight because you guys didn't book my flight

We had better-than-average leg room and I loved the access to shows and movies. During boarding, we could not hear the agent even though we were close to the boarding door, which was kind of scary when we realized that half of the passengers had already boarded. Also, the entertainment was awesome, but I could not hear the movie as well as I would have liked, because my headphones were crappy. It would have been better if I could connect my own ear buds via Bluetooth or if JetBlue provided headphones.

On time, friendly attendants, quick wheelchair assistance and help checking in bags. Also appreciated change in seats, more forward to make it easier for my 97 year old mother to board and exit the plane. Thank you, JetBlue!

Flight did not have onboard charging and TV screen flickering.

I was seated next to an autistic child who was out of control and had a child behind me kicking my seat for most of the trip. I will never fly JetBlue again. Ever. I don't care how cheap it is. It's terrible.

Boarding process was terrible. No assigned seat until the gate, then a long line to get seat assignment.

This was the first flight I've taken since pre-pandemic. I was pleased with how orderly the boarding and disembarking went. The seats were comfortable. I loved that there was no "first class'. The attendants and passengers I met were all very friendly and welcoming.

Boarding was easy. Provided drinks and snacks. Good aircraft and staff

Not very happy because of the long delaying which causes our luggages were not on the connection flight and nearly missed our connection flight.

JetBlue was good. Kayak offered us a deal if we bundled the rental car. This was a complete scam. Kayak said the total was $222... but when we went to pick up the car the agent at Rent a wreck said that we had to pay "fees and taxes" for a grand total of $750. I would recommend not using kayak or rent a wreck. They are both complicit in this scam. JetBlue worked out well.

It was good. I’m very disappointed that they don’t give commentary ear pods for the movie. I forgot mine at home

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

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