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Phoenix

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

KPHX
831
Flights/Day
16:52
Local Time
Phoenix
Timezone
1,135ft
Elevation
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KPHX
VFR
39°C
Partly Cloudy • 5kt G@Model.Metar.WindGustKnots • 1008.50"
Observed: 22:51 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
Cloud Forecast
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14:00
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09:00
CLR
12:00
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Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
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TAF valid until 17:00 local time
About Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

Phoenix has intense summer thermal turbulence and monsoon haboobs. Morning flights are significantly smoother than afternoon departures.

Is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport turbulent?

Phoenix experiences some of the most intense thermal turbulence of any major airport due to extreme desert heat. Summer ground temperatures exceeding 150F create powerful updrafts that make afternoon flights notably bumpy at low altitude. Monsoon season (June-September) brings haboobs and microbursts that can rapidly deteriorate conditions. Pilots report Phoenix summer approaches are among the roughest in the US.

  • Haboobs can reach heights of 5,000-10,000 feet
  • Summer temperatures regularly limit aircraft takeoff weights
  • Monsoon microbursts create dangerous wind shear
What is a haboob?

A haboob is an intense dust storm caused by outflow winds from collapsing thunderstorm cells. Walls of dust several thousand feet high roll across the desert, reducing visibility to near zero within minutes. Phoenix experiences several major haboobs each monsoon season, typically in the late afternoon or evening when thunderstorms are most active. Flights may divert or hold until the dust settles.

When is flying from Phoenix smoothest?

November through April offers comfortable temperatures and minimal storm activity. Early morning flights year-round avoid the worst thermal turbulence that builds through the afternoon. Summer flying (June-September) is notably rough, with monsoon storms adding haboob and microburst risks to already bumpy thermal conditions. If flying in summer, depart before 9 AM.

Is turbulence at Phoenix dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Phoenix?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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American Eagle
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Frontier (Fran The Sea Lion Livery)
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American Eagle
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+1 codeshare WN
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Netjets
+1 codeshare
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American Airlines
+1 codeshare WN
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Allegiant Air
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+1 codeshare WN
SAN 18:45 Local -- Forecast
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Allegiant Air
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United Airlines
+1 codeshare AA
IAH 18:47 Local -- Forecast
AA3923
American Airlines
MEM 18:50 Local -- Forecast
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American Airlines
DSM 18:50 Local -- Forecast
F94766
Frontier (Orville The Red Cardinal Livery)
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DEN 18:51 Local airbus a320-251n Forecast
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PHX BUR
AA AA4981
mitsubishi crj-900lr
16:56
Local
PHX PSP
AA AA2581
16:56
Local
PHX PSC
AA AA5006
embraer e175lr
17:00
Local
PHX SEA
WN WN1474
17:00
Local
PHX YVR
RV RV1771 +1
17:00
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PHX LBB
OO OO1008
17:02
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PHX SBA
AA AA2515
17:02
Local
PHX LAS
AA AA1977 +1
airbus a321-231
17:05
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PHX MDW
WN WN2180
17:05
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PHX TUS
AA AA4126
17:05
Local
PHX PSP
AA AA3226
airbus a319-112
17:08
Local
PHX DFW
F9 F93972 +1
airbus a320-251n
17:09
Local
PHX MSP
DL DL2285
17:09
Local
PHX CLD
AA AA4021
17:10
Local
PHX RNO
WN WN3274
boeing 737 max 8
17:10
Local
PHX RDU
WN WN2229
boeing 737 max 8
17:10
Local
PHX SLC
WN WN862 +1
17:13
Local
PHX LAX
AA AA1038 +1
airbus a321-253nx
17:14
Local
PHX SLC
F9 F92544 +2
airbus a321-211
17:15
Local
PHX SMF
8C3367 +2
17:20
Local
PHX SNA
WN WN4633 +2
boeing 737-7h4
17:20
Local
PHX ATL
DL DL8770
17:25
Local
PHX DAL
DL DL8876 +1
17:30
Local
PHX ABQ
WN WN2129
17:30
Local
PHX FAT
AA AA6317
17:30
Local
PHX ABE
EJM702
17:35
Local
PHX SEA
DL DL2442 +2
17:35
Local
PHX OKC
WN WN989
17:45
Local
PHX PSP
AA AA2333
17:45
Local
PHX SJC
WN WN3261
17:45
Local
PHX FLG
AA AA6248
mitsubishi crj-900lr
17:50
Local
PHX DTW
F9 F94392
airbus a320-271n
17:50
Local
PHX SAN
WN WN2808 +1
boeing 737-7h4
17:50
Local
PHX OMA
WN WN4239 +1
boeing 737-7bd
17:50
Local
PHX MCO
WN WN556
17:50
Local
PHX TPA
WN WN1294
17:52
Local
PHX SLC
AA AA6506
embraer e175lr
17:55
Local
PHX DEN
WN WN4613 +1
boeing 737-7h4
17:55
Local
PHX SNA
WN WN3901
17:55
Local
PHX LGB
WN WN3920 +1
17:55
Local
PHX MSP
SY SY606 +1
17:55
Local
PHX MKE
WN WN4608
boeing 737-8h4
17:55
Local
PHX PDX
AS AS662
17:55
Local
PHX YYC
WS WS1167
17:55
Local
PHX SDF
WN WN3878
18:00
Local
PHX CMH
WN WN3767
18:00
Local
PHX SCF
1I234 +1
18:00
Local
PHX LAS
AA AA1022 +1
18:09
Local
PHX PVU
G44903
18:15
Local
PHX SMF
WN WN2014
18:16
Local
PHX SEA
AS AS1423
18:20
Local
PHX DAL
WN WN2962
18:24
Local
PHX GTF
LXJ558
18:25
Local
PHX OAK
WN WN1097
18:30
Local
PHX ORD
WN WN1647 +1
18:30
Local
PHX SDF
5X 5X855
airbus a300f4-622r
18:40
Local
PHX BNA
WN WN3753
18:40
Local
PHX IND
WN WN3804
18:40
Local
PHX EUG
AA AA3260
18:40
Local
PHX LAX
WN WN2893 +2
18:45
Local
PHX SAN
WN WN1331 +1
18:46
Local
PHX SCK
G41638
18:47
Local
PHX IAH
UA UA1885 +1
18:50
Local
PHX MEM
AA AA3923
18:50
Local
PHX DSM
AA AA568
18:51
Local
PHX DEN
F9 F94766 +3
airbus a320-251n
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