Distance from Phoenix to Clearwater by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Clearwater (FL) is 1774 miles or 2855 kilometers or 1541 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Clearwater is 2125 miles (3420 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 351 miles or 565 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Clearwater, FL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Clearwater is 1774 miles or 2855 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Clearwater, is Tampa International Airport (TPA).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Clearwater?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Clearwater, FL is 4 hours 4 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Clearwater Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Clearwater, FL

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Clearwater, Florida is 2125 miles or 3420 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Clearwater, FL is 2125 miles or 3420 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Clearwater, Florida.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Clearwater, Florida is approximately 2125 miles (3420 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 38 to 39 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Clearwater, FL

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Clearwater, FL?
The total driving time is 38 hours, 2 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Clearwater take?
Phoenix and Clearwater are 38 hours 2 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Clearwater

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Clearwater (FL) is 2 Hours.
Clearwater time is 2 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Clearwater
2025-12-19, 18:45:10 MST2025-12-19, 20:45:10 EST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Clearwater Florida, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2125 mi 3420 km 1845.35 nmi
Straight line distance 1774 mi 2855 km 1541 nmi
Difference 351 mi 565 km 304 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Clearwater Details

Clearwater is located in Florida, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 27° 57' 57.1'' Longitude: W 82° 48' 0.4''
Latitude27.96585
Longitude-82.8001
StateFlorida
Nearest airports to Clearwater

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Clearwater, FL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 71 hours 15 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 53 hours 26 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 47 hours 30 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 42 hours 45 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 38 hours 51 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 35 hours 37 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 32 hours 53 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 30 hours 32 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 28 hours 30 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 26 hours 43 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 25 hours 8 minutes