Distance from Chicago to Phoenix (United States)

The distance between Chicago, Illinois and Phoenix, Arizona is 2,338 kilometers (1,453 miles).

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Chicago is located in the Midwest region of the United States, while Phoenix is situated in the southwestern part of the country, highlighting their distinct geographical positions. The straight-line distance between them is 2,338 kilometers, heading west.

Chicago is at 180 meters above sea level, while Phoenix is at 366 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Chicago to Phoenix spans approximately 2840 kilometers, passing through major highways such as I-55 and I-40, traversing regions like the Midwest, the Great Plains, and the Southwest.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Route 66, Gateway Arch, Petrified Forest National Park, Grand Canyon.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Chicago to Phoenix crosses diverse landscapes, from urban skylines to desert vistas, with landmarks like Route 66 and the Grand Canyon along the way.

Best time to travel

The best times to travel from Chicago to Phoenix are spring and fall, offering mild temperatures and fewer tourists, making it ideal for exploring outdoor attractions.

Climate

Phoenix generally experiences hotter and drier conditions compared to Chicago, with significant temperature differences, especially in summer months.

Accessibility

Phoenix offers extensive accessibility infrastructure, including public transport and facilities, similar to Chicago, ensuring convenient travel for all visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 4-5 days
Motorcycle 1-2 days
Car 1-2 days
Airplane 3-4 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
100 km/h
150 km/h
Chicago, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 41.85° N 87.6501° W

Elevation: 180 m (591 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Chicago Meigs Airport (CGX)
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
  • Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY)
  • Chicago Executive Airport (PWK)
Phoenix, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 33.4484° N 112.074° W

Elevation: 366 m (1,201 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
  • Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR)
  • Luke Air Force Base (LUF)

Other distances from Chicago

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Chicago to New York City 1,149 km
From Chicago to Los Angeles 2,807 km
From Chicago to Houston 1,510 km
From Chicago to Phoenix 2,338 km
From Chicago to Philadelphia 1,072 km

Other distances from Phoenix

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Phoenix to New York City 3,451 km
From Phoenix to Los Angeles 575 km
From Phoenix to Chicago 2,338 km
From Phoenix to Houston 1,635 km
From Phoenix to Philadelphia 3,351 km

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