Route Briefing: Chicago to Scottsdale
Flying from Chicago to Scottsdale (via Phoenix Sky Harbor) covers 1,437 miles in about 3 hours and 37 minutes nonstop. American Airlines, United, and Southwest provide regular flights, delivering Midwesterners directly to Scottsdale's desert sunshine and luxury resorts.
Scottsdale is renowned for its championship desert golf courses, world-class spas, and vibrant arts scene. Wander through Old Town Scottsdale to browse Western galleries, boutique shops, and acclaimed restaurants, or hike among giant saguaro cacti along the McDowell Sonoran Preserve trails. Spend your afternoons lounging by resort pools under sunny skies and dining outdoors on chef-driven Southwestern cuisine.
Roundtrip economy tickets under $160 are a great deal, with standard fares averaging $250 to $380. The peak travel season extends from November through March when daytime temperatures are sunny and pleasant in the 70s. Book 6 to 8 weeks out for the best economy rates.






