Travelling from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
Denver's main airport is Denver International Airport (DEN). Check out your options for departing from here when searching for your flights from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Take off on a direct Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Denver. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix.
With 132 direct flights a week between the two airports, Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:20am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from DEN to PHX is with Frontier Airlines at 10:59pm.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Denver to PHX. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Denver International Airport (DEN). Direct flights from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) can be booked from here.
At DEN, you'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, including:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with United Airlines between DEN and PHX.
With a dependable 87.44% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines leads the way in punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Denver to DEN takes around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Denver International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that take off from DEN arrive at their destination on time.
DEN's address is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider staying in a hotel near PHX if you're catching a late flight from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond Phoenix's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
The centre of Phoenix is around 6 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Currently, $56 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $105. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Denver to PHX.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Phoenix based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Denver to PHX flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
After booking your flight from Denver to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Camelback Mountain, Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room are popular attractions which should feature on every Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Phoenix, a visit to Tucson will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Saguaro National Park East Unit, Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation.
Around 257 kilometres west of Phoenix, Yuma is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Old Victorian Yuma, Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and Downtown Yuma.