How to travel from New Orleans to Phoenix, United States of America

The distance between New Orleans and Phoenix is around 1,318 miles (2,121km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 20m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from New Orleans to Phoenix by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Phoenix (PHX).

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    $555
Operated by

American Airlines

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1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Houston Downtown then Fort Worth and then to Phoenix.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $310
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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train
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Maricopa then take the bus to Tempe Amtrak Bus Stop.

  • Duration1 day 15h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $180
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car
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Drive

Drive to Phoenix.

  • Duration23h 35m
  • Distance1,521 miles (2,449km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between New Orleans and Phoenix

There are several options for getting from New Orleans to Phoenix by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around $180 and will take around 1 day 15h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $555.

The distance between New Orleans and Phoenix is around 1,318 miles (2,121km).

It takes around 4h 20m to get from New Orleans and Phoenix by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from New Orleans to Phoenix is to fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx $555.

The cheapest way to travel between New Orleans and Phoenix, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around $180 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between New Orleans and Phoenix. We recommend that you fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Phoenix (PHX). instead which will take 4h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from New Orleans and Phoenix. It typically takes around 1 day 7h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from New Orleans to Phoenix. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Houston Downtown, Louisiana St @ Lamar St and Fort Worth. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 7h.

Flixbus USA, Vonlane and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between New Orleans and Phoenix. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 7h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from New Orleans and Phoenix. Flights depart from New Orleans (MSY) and arrive at Phoenix (PHX). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

Yes there is a direct flight between New Orleans and Phoenix with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 10m.

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines fly between New Orleans and Phoenix. Flights depart from New Orleans (MSY) and and arrive into Phoenix (PHX). These flights usually take around 3h 10m.

The flight from New Orleans to Phoenix typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from New Orleans (MSY) and and arrive into Phoenix (PHX).

The closest major airport to Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) (PHX) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Phoenix. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) (AZA) and Ernest A. Love Field (PRC) (PRC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from New Orleans and Phoenix. The distance is around 1,521 miles (2,449km) by road and it will take around 23h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from New Orleans to Phoenix is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around $555.

How do I get from New Orleans to Phoenix

Compare travel optionsbetween New Orleans and Phoenix

Transport options from New Orleans to Phoenix
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 20m
$555
hourly2,121km (1,318 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 55m
$510
twice daily2,161km (1,343 miles)
Bus
1 day 7h
$310
once daily2,675km (1,662 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 15h
$180
6 times a week2,590km (1,609 miles)
Drive
23h 35m
$150
on demand2,449km (1,521 miles)

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Airports near Phoenix

The following major airports near Phoenix offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

PHX
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
International Airport
Distance
4 miles (7km) from Phoenix
AZA
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
26 miles (42km) from Phoenix
PRC
Ernest A. Love Field (PRC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
85 miles (137km) from Phoenix