Traveling from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) leaving from either of these.
The timezone in Jackson is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Jackson-Evers International Airport is located in Jackson.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to JAN. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travelers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
You can get to PHX from the center of Phoenix in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 8 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Phoenix to JAN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 82.57% of them touching down on schedule.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Planning to travel to AZA from central Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometers away, and getting there takes about 40 minutes by car.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport flight:
Flights departing from AZA land at their destination within the expected time frame 78.65% of the time.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near JAN:
JAN is located at 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
Currently, $157 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $435. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to JAN, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
March is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Jackson based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Jackson is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Phoenix to JAN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jackson
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Jackson right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Jackson-Evers International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on every Jackson itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Jackson. Around 257 kilometers away to the south, top sights here include Bourbon Street, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Baton Rouge, about 225 kilometers south-west of Jackson. Beauregard Town Historic District, Main Street Historic District and Louisiana's Old State Capitol are among the biggest draws.
