How To Get From Phoenix Airport To City Center – All Possible Ways

Last updated on October 15th, 2022 at 04:03 am

We will write how to get from Phoenix airport to city center. The distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Phoenix city center is 8 kilometers.

The travel time from Phoenix airport to downtown is around 15 minutes by taxi and if you go by Light Rail around 20 minutes. Click here to book online Phoenix activities and day trips

The cheapest way from Phoenix airport to downtown is by metro for $2 USD. And if you go by taxi will be around $17 USD depending on your final destination.

You can get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi if traveling in a group.

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WHERE TO STAY IN PHOENIX

A total of $40-50 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Phoenix. There are hotels mid-budget $100-150 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $300 USD.

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PHOENIX AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

METRO FROM PHOENIX AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Phoenix airport to downtown is by metro Light Rail. You will take the Light Rail from 44th Street – Washington Valley Metro Rail Station and first you will get there by Sky Train (free of charge) from Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 at Phoenix airport running 24/7.

The Light Rail travel time from Phoenix airport to downtown is around 20 minutes. The Light Rail runs every 15 minutes starting from 4 am until 11 30 pm. These are the stops coming from Phoenix airport to city center: Center Pkwy, 3rd St Washington Station and Temple Transportation Center.

PHOENIX AIRPROT LIGHT RAIL ROUTE

The Light Rail fare from Phoenix airport to city center is $2 USD. You have to buy in the vending machines at the airport.

You can also buy a Day Pass for $4 USD and you can use it for public transportation Rail and Bus around Phoenix. You can click here to know more about schedule and routes!

BUS FROM PHOENIX AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

You can go also from Phoenix airport to city by bus. Buses Number 1, 32 and 44 are running from 4 am until midnight.

The bus fare from Phoenix airport to downtown is $2 USD and $4 USD if you buy a Day Pass as we mentioned above. The bus travel time is around 20-30 minutes. You can click here Bus Schedule and Route.

BY TAXI FROM PHOENIX AIRPORT TO DOWNTOWN

If you go from Phoenix airport to downtown by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi is around 15 minutes. The taxi fare from Phoenix Airport to city center is around $17 USD.

The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and will depend on traffic and your final destination. Click here to book online Phoenix activities and day trips

UBER PHOENIX AIRPORT TO PHOENIX CITY CENTER

If you are ordering Uber in Phoenix you should know that prices are similar to taxis. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the airport pick-up point. Expect to pay around $15-20 USD depending on your destination and time of the day from Phoenix International Airport to city center.

CAR RENTAL AT PHOENIX AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car in Phoenix’ airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Phoenix. It will take you 15 minutes to get from Phoenix airport to downtown with a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Centauro available in the airport. Prices are around €30 per day.

Car rental options can be great if you are traveling with a few people or a lot of luggage and planning to visit places around Phoenix.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM PHOENIX AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Phoenix. Prices are around $40 USD and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be $10 USD per person.

BEST WAY FROM PHOENIX AIRPORT TO PHOENIX DOWNTOWN

The best way from Phoenix Airport to downtown is getting by Light Rail if you are traveling on a budget for $2 USD and 20 minutes travel time. You can go by bus for the same price but it will take longer 1 hour and 20 minutes. I would recommend going by Bus Number 408 if your accommodation is next to a Bus Stop.

You can get Uber, or a taxi since the distances aren’t far and you will get in your accommodation in 15 minutes for around $17 USD especially a great idea if you are traveling with someone to split the cost.

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ACCOMMODATION IN PHOENIX

A total of $40-50 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Phoenix. There are hotels mid-budget $100-150 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $300 USD.

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BEST TIME TO VISIT IN PHOENIX

There are 4 seasons in Phoenix. The best time to visit Phoenix is from the months of April to October because it is the month of the best weather. However, lots of tourists prefer to travel from January to March since it’s not peak season but it can be snowing for a few days.

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