How to travel from Phoenix to Anchorage, United States of America

The distance between Phoenix and Anchorage is around 2,561 miles (4,121km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 25m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Phoenix to Anchorage by plane 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 Phoenix (PHX) to Anchorage (ANC).

  • Duration6h 25m
  • Flight time5h 40m
  • Typical cost
    $345
Operated by

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

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Drive

Drive to Anchorage.

  • Duration2 days 20h
  • Distance3,661 miles (5,892km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Phoenix and Anchorage

There are several options for getting from Phoenix to Anchorage by plane and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $345 and will take around 6h 25m.

The distance between Phoenix and Anchorage is around 2,561 miles (4,121km).

It takes around 6h 25m to get from Phoenix and Anchorage by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days 20h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Phoenix to Anchorage is to fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx $345.

The cheapest way to travel between Phoenix and Anchorage, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $345 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Phoenix and Anchorage. We recommend that you fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Anchorage (ANC). instead which will take 6h 25m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Phoenix and Anchorage. We recommend that you fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Anchorage (ANC). instead which will take 6h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Phoenix and Anchorage. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC). The flight takes around 5h 40m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Phoenix and Anchorage with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 5h 40m.

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Delta and United Airlines fly between Phoenix and Anchorage. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Anchorage (ANC). These flights usually take around 5h 40m.

The flight from Phoenix to Anchorage typically takes around 5h 40m. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Anchorage (ANC).

The closest major airport to Anchorage is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) (ANC) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Anchorage. Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) (ENA) and Mudhole Smith Airport (CDV) (CDV) 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 Phoenix and Anchorage. The distance is around 3,661 miles (5,892km) by road and it will take around 2 days 20h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Phoenix to Anchorage is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around $345.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Phoenix and Anchorage

Transport options from Phoenix to Anchorage
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6h 25m
$345
every 20 mins4,121km (2,561 miles)
Drive
2 days 20h
$360
on demand5,892km (3,661 miles)

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Airlines

Airports near Anchorage

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

ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
International Airport
Distance
4 miles (7km) from Anchorage
ENA
Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
64 miles (103km) from Anchorage
CDV
Mudhole Smith Airport (CDV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
157 miles (253km) from Anchorage