Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located. Phoenix operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
The most popular route is from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). There are 67 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AUS to PHX is the 05:10 Southwest Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from AUS to Phoenix. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix. Begin your journey at AUS and touch down at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
American Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix.
Once you've booked flight tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
AUS is around 19 kilometres from central Austin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 3 hours and 24 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near AUS. Whether you have an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Phoenix
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix is C$65. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$143. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AUS to Phoenix.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix takes about 33 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SCF:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Central Phoenix is around 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). As soon as your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 11 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 34 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near PHX. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from AUS to Phoenix at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Phoenix
Travel to Phoenix in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
Search for cheap flights from AUS to Phoenix in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Phoenix:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Phoenix itinerary.
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