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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to bus which costs $140 - $430 and takes 32h 25m.

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 22m 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 $140 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m 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 22m and costs $210 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $430 and takes 32h 25m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h behind Iowa. It is currently 3:02 PM in Iowa and 2:02 PM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Iowa to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Phoenix is 1400 miles. It takes approximately 24h 14m to drive from Iowa to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2752+ 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)DSM - PHX
3h 22m
$218–1,021
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsa
3. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
32h 25m
$140–430
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstaff
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
32h 33m
$167–1,255
Drive 1,391.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Phoenix1,391.5 mi
24h 14m
$254–367
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Phoenix
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Phoenix (PHX)CID - PHX
5h 13m
$142–690
Fly Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)DSM - AZA
4h 25m
$256–899
Fly Omaha to Phoenix
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Phoenix (PHX)OMA - PHX
5h 39m
$193–1,003

Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

59Weekly Planes

4h 13mAverage Duration

$207Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,156.4 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 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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