What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which costs $220 - $380 and takes 32h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $210 - $1,100.

How far is it from Iowa to Phoenix?

The distance between Iowa and Phoenix is 1163 miles. The road distance is 1399.6 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to Phoenix without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 32h 25m and costs $230 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to Phoenix?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Iowa to Phoenix, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $210 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $230 - $550 and takes 32h 25m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 2h behind Iowa. It is currently 6:38 AM in Iowa and 4:38 AM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Iowa to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Phoenix is 1400 miles. It takes approximately 24h 19m to drive from Iowa to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2872+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Iowa to Phoenix - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Phoenix by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Des Moines to Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)plane DSM - PHX
3h 24m
$218–1,021
Fly Omaha to Phoenix
cheapest
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Phoenix (PHX)plane OMA - PHX
5h 44m
$163–853
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
32h 25m
$230–550
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
32h 27m
$324–780
Drive 1,391.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Phoenixcar 1,391.5 mi
24h 19m
$254–367
Fly Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)plane DSM - AZA
4h 29m
$256–899
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to Phoenixbus
32h 39m
$227–380

Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

71Weekly Planes

4h 44mAverage Duration

$201Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,156.4 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Phoenix Bus Station via Des Moines, Kansas City, and Tulsa Bus Station in around 32h 25m.

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