How long does the flight from Atlanta to Phoenix take?

Flight time from Atlanta (ATL) to Phoenix (PHX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Atlanta to Phoenix?

Airline availability for ATL to PHX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Atlanta to Phoenix?

Direct (nonstop) availability on ATL to PHX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Phoenix?

Prices on ATL to PHX shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

Atlanta to Phoenix flights

Direct and connecting flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Phoenix (PHX). Compare airlines, aircraft, and fares.

Distance: 2,549 km (1,584 mi)
Flight time: ~3h 20m
Airlines: 3
Aircraft types: 4

Airlines flying ATL → PHX

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
Delta Air Lines	2	2
American Airlines	1	1
Southwest Airlines	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Airbus A321 — 1 operator
Boeing 757 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

City: Atlanta
Country: United States
IATA / ICAO: ATL / KATL

Arrival: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

City: Phoenix
Country: United States
IATA / ICAO: PHX / KPHX

Operating airlines

American Airlines (AA)
Delta Air Lines (DL)
Frontier Airlines (F9)
Southwest Airlines (WN)

Distance: 2551 km. Duration: 250 minutes.

Other routes from Atlanta

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Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly ATL to PHX?

3 airlines operate the ATL to PHX route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the ATL-PHX route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on ATL to PHX include: Boeing 737, Airbus A321, Boeing 757.

How long is the Atlanta to Phoenix flight?

The estimated flight time from Atlanta (ATL) to Phoenix (PHX) is approximately 3h 20m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Atlanta to Phoenix?

The great-circle distance from Atlanta (ATL) to Phoenix (PHX) is approximately 2,549 km (1,584 miles).

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