Traveling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Phoenix is three hours behind Jacksonville and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your JAX to PHX flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines has direct flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Phoenix — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
With a dependable 91.84% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering JAX to PHX flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JAX and PHX:
Nashville International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
At the moment, $86 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $188. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from JAX to PHX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JAX to PHX.
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Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
80.42% of flights leaving Jacksonville International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from JAX.
Central Jacksonville to Jacksonville International Airport is approximately 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near JAX? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty to explore Phoenix and beyond.
Booking your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from central Phoenix. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Phoenix in May.
Lock in your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport for July if you want to go to Phoenix during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JAX to PHX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 483 kilometers west to San Diego to tick off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 418 kilometers north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favorite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.