Flying from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) departing from either of these.
5 hours 40 minutes is the average travel time for a direct New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind New York.
With 59 direct flights a week between the two airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:25am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from JFK to PHX is with Delta Air Lines at 9pm.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from New York to PHX. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) depart from this terminal.
Top carriers that have direct flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport out of JFK include:
American Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from JFK to PHX.
American Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
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73% of flights taking off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether departing from EWR makes the most sense for you.
United Airlines operates direct flights from New York to PHX leaving from EWR. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
On the EWR to PHX route, United is the airline most travellers rely on.
United is the most punctual carrier flying from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, with 74.95% of its services arriving as scheduled.
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to PHX flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 55 minutes or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Reserve a hotel close to PHX if you're catching a late flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is around 5 kms (3 miles) from central Phoenix. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Right now, £47 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £107. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to PHX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Cheap New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
March is the most popular month for flights from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Visit Phoenix in October if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 45ºC. Lock in your New York to PHX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Phoenix to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Heard Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 161 kms (100 miles) southeast of Phoenix, a trip to Tucson will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Saguaro National Park East Unit, St. Augustine Cathedral and El Presidio Plaza.
Yuma is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without visiting Yuma History Museum, Colorado River State Historic Park and Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park.