Distance from Phoenix to Columbus by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Columbus (GA) is 1568 miles or 2523 kilometers or 1362 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Columbus is 1800 miles (2897 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 232 miles or 374 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Columbus, GA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Columbus is 1568 miles or 2523 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Columbus, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Columbus?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Columbus, GA is 3 hours 36 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Columbus Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Columbus, GA

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Columbus, Georgia is 1800 miles or 2897 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Columbus, GA is 1800 miles or 2897 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Columbus, Georgia.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Columbus, Georgia is approximately 1800 miles (2897 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 Columbus, GA

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Columbus, GA?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 37 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Columbus take?
Phoenix and Columbus are 31 hours 37 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 Columbus

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Columbus (GA) is 3 Hours.
Columbus time is 3 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Columbus
2026-04-01, 07:21:21 MST2026-04-01, 10:21:21 EDT
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Columbus Georgia, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1800 mi 2897 km 1563.12 nmi
Straight line distance 1568 mi 2523 km 1362 nmi
Difference 232 mi 374 km 201 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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Columbus Details

Columbus is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 27' 39.5'' Longitude: W 84° 59' 15.8''
Latitude32.46098
Longitude-84.98771
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Columbus

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Columbus, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 60 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 45 hours 15 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 40 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 36 hours 12 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 32 hours 55 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 30 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 27 hours 51 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 25 hours 51 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 24 hours 8 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 22 hours 37 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 21 hours 18 minutes