Getting to and from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix, Arizona KPHX #13 US airport by passengers
Train, bus, shuttle, rideshare and rental cars at PHX.
Ways to reach PHX
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Rail
Valley Metro Rail
Take the Sky Train to 44th St/Washington station and transfer to light rail to reach downtown Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa.
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Shuttle
PHX Sky Train
Free train to the terminals, the Rental Car Center and the light rail.
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Rideshare and taxi
Terminal curbs
Taxi and rideshare pick up at the terminals. Follow the signs.
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Bus
Regional shuttles
Shuttle services run to Sedona, Tucson and other destinations.
Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?
Frequently asked questions
How close is PHX to downtown Phoenix?
About 3 miles, typically a 10 to 15 minute drive outside rush hour.
What is the Sky Train?
A free automated train that links the terminals, the Rental Car Center and the light rail station.
What happened to Terminal 2?
It closed in 2020. All flights now use Terminals 3 and 4.