Distance from Phoenix to Meridian by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Meridian (ID) is 740 miles or 1191 kilometers or 643 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Meridian is 914 miles (1471 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 174 miles or 280 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Meridian, ID in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Meridian is 740 miles or 1191 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Meridian, is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Meridian?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Meridian, ID is 1 hours 42 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Meridian Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Meridian, ID

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Meridian, Idaho is 914 miles or 1471 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Meridian, ID is 914 miles or 1471 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Meridian, Idaho.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Meridian, Idaho is approximately 914 miles (1471 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 17 to 18 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Meridian, ID

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Meridian, ID?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 32 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Meridian take?
Phoenix and Meridian are 17 hours 32 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 Meridian

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Meridian (ID) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Meridian
2025-12-27, 12:02:57 MST2025-12-27, 12:02:57 MST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Meridian Idaho, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 914 mi 1471 km 793.72 nmi
Straight line distance 740 mi 1191 km 643 nmi
Difference 174 mi 280 km 150 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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Meridian Details

Meridian is located in Idaho, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 43° 36' 43.6'' Longitude: W 116° 23' 29.4''
Latitude43.61211
Longitude-116.39151
StateIdaho
Nearest airports to Meridian

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Meridian, ID
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 30 hours 38 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 22 hours 59 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 20 hours 25 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 18 hours 23 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 16 hours 42 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 15 hours 19 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 14 hours 8 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 13 hours 8 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 12 hours 15 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 11 hours 29 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 10 hours 48 minutes