Distance from Chicago to Phoenix

2,324 km · 1,444 miles as the crow flies, about 3 h 24 min by air.

Air route

41.8300°, -87.7501° · America/Chicago

33.5400°, -112.0700° · America/Phoenix

Flight distance (great circle)
2,324km
Est. flight time
3 h 24 min
Initial bearing
255°WSW
Time difference
−2 h

WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 2,320 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.

Chicago to Phoenix at a glance

Straight-line distance2,324 km / 1,444 mi / 1,255 nmi
Estimated flight time3 h 24 min
Initial bearing255° (WSW)
Halfway point38.314°, -100.601°
Chicago coordinates41.83°, -87.7501°
Phoenix coordinates33.54°, -112.07°

Time difference: Chicago and Phoenix. Local time: Chicago · Phoenix. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Phoenix.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Chicago from Phoenix?

2,324 km (1,444 miles, 1,255 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Phoenix?

About 3 h 24 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.

Which direction is Phoenix from Chicago?

The great-circle route leaves Chicago on an initial bearing of 255° (WSW). The halfway point is near 38.31°, -100.60°.