Phoenix to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Phoenix from Wichita?

The distance from Phoenix to Wichita is 877.7 miles (1412.5 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located ENE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1010.5 miles, taking about 18h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 16min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Wichita in Kansas.

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 Wichita. 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.