Distance from Phoenix to Chicago by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Chicago (IL) is 1449 miles or 2331 kilometers or 1258 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Chicago is 1746 miles (2810 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 297 miles or 479 km.

Phoenix to Chicago Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago, IL
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Chicago, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Chicago, Illinois is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Chicago, Illinois is 1746 miles or 2810 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL is 1746 miles or 2810 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 1746 miles (2810 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 31 to 32 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 20 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Chicago take?
Phoenix and Chicago are 31 hours 20 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Chicago

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Chicago (IL) is 1 Hours.
Chicago time is 1 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in Phoenix	Current local time in Chicago
2025-12-19, 18:44:22 MST	2025-12-19, 19:44:22 CST

How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Chicago Illinois, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1746 mi	2810 km	1516.23 nmi
Straight line distance	1449 mi	2331 km	1258 nmi
Difference	297 mi	479 km	258 nmi

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