Phoenix to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Phoenix from Tulsa?

The distance from Phoenix to Tulsa is 930.1 miles (1496.9 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located ENE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1065.4 miles, taking about 18h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

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 Phoenix and Tulsa. 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.