Chico to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Phoenix?

The distance from Chico to Phoenix is 693.3 miles (1115.7 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 842.2 miles, taking about 15h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Phoenix in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chico and Phoenix. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.