Manhattan to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Manhattan from Phoenix?

The distance from Manhattan to Phoenix is 948 miles (1525.6 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WSW of Manhattan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1107.9 miles, taking about 20h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 24min. Both are located in United States — Manhattan in Kansas 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 Manhattan 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.