Little Rock to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Little Rock from Phoenix?

The distance from Little Rock to Phoenix is 1133.7 miles (1824.5 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located W of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1297 miles, taking about 22h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 47min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Little Rock 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.