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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago:

• Earliest: departs at 12:20 am and lands at 3:52 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:31 am.

The flight takes about 3h 32m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago takes 3h 32m, covering 1,447 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago range from $224 to $394, with an average of $300 over the past 12 months. Anything below $224 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 31% above the route average of $300. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $205 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $302 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago flights are:

• United Airlines: 93% on time
• American Airlines: 89% on time
• Frontier: 87% on time

Overall, flights on this route are on time 90% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago flights, with 44% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, evening flights for 17%, and night flights for 13%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Ace

Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo
• Rent-A-Wreck

Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30:

• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Budget
• Avis
• National

Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago usually depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 38 minutes.

One-stop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $289 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $365, a difference of $76. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

4 airlines operate flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Chicago. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines
• Southwest
• Frontier

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 18m, compared with 6h 43m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 40m via San Diego (SAN).

Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

There are several choices for non-stop flights between these two cities. American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines all offer non-stop service between Phoenix Sky Harbor and Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

All arriving passengers should be picked up on the lower level of the terminal building on the outermost curb. No vehicles may be parked in this location. If your ride needs to wait for you, the best choice for them is to park in the airport cell phone lot. They can park in the lot free of charge until you arrive curbside.

Two public bus routes offer service to the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Bus 13 makes many stops through Downtown Phoenix to the west of the airport and bus 44 makes several stops to the north and east of the airport, including in the Scottsdale area.

The Metra train offers services from the airport to several destinations throughout the Chicago area, including Union Station in Downtown Chicago. The trip from the airport to downtown takes about 35min.

O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides the best connection to The Museum of Science and Industry as it sits around 24.2 miles away. You can quickly get there via bus line 6, approximately 1h 18min. Another bus, line 28, has a travel time of about an hour longer. If you prefer a subway, expect to get there after 1h 17min.

If you want to explore Chicago in a car, you’ll get several car hire agencies at this facility. Locate their desks on the lower level of the airport, adjacent to the luggage reclaim areas of Terminals 1, 2 and 3. There's a shuttle to connect you to the garage at Routes Car & Truck Rentals at 3901 Mannheim Rd, Schiller Park.

Travelers arriving in MDW who wish to thank God for the safe flight will be glad to note that there’s a prayer room at this facility. Tucked away from the noisy terminals, you’ll find this sacred oasis in Concourse C on the mezzanine level.

O'Hare International Airport (ORD) extensively displays unique public art throughout its terminals. Stop in Hoypoloi An Uncommon Gallery in Terminal 2, Concourse E, Gate E5 and marvel at the jewelry and other eclectic art by famous artists such as Dr. Suess, Fabio Napoleoni.