Traveling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 5 hours 21 minutes. Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, making Phoenix 3 hours behind New York.
Every week, there are 71 flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. If you want to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 00:09 United Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from EWR to PHX is 23:59 with United Airlines.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between EWR and PHX include:
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is C$112. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$230. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from EWR to PHX by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near EWR? If you're on an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Book a hotel close to PHX if you're catching a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 34 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Phoenix in May.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from EWR to PHX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Phoenix right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from EWR to PHX:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top attractions which should feature on every Phoenix itinerary.
Complete your Phoenix trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Phoenix trip.