Phoenix Airport Code (PHX): IATA, AZA & Travel Guide

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Phoenix airport code PHX: identify Sky Harbor, not AZA

PHX is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the primary commercial airport serving Phoenix. This guide explains the IATA/ICAO codes, PHX vs AZA, airport address, terminals 3 and 4, Sky Train, security, parking, rideshare, international arrivals and current 2026 traveler tools.

Quick answer: PHX is the IATA and FAA code for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Its ICAO code is KPHX. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is a different airport and uses IATA code AZA.
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Official real-time checks

Check these live PHX sources before leaving

Same-day tools

A high-quality airport guide should not pretend a cached article knows your current gate, TSA line or vacant parking space. Phoenix Sky Harbor publishes live flight data, current security waits and parking availability; use those same-day tools immediately before travel.

Hard-to-find Phoenix answers

Six PHX details that prevent common airport mistakes

01

PHX and AZA are different airports

PHX is Sky Harbor near downtown Phoenix. AZA is Mesa Gateway, far to the southeast in Mesa. Verify the three-letter code before booking parking or a ride.

Wrong-airport risk
02

Only Terminals 3 and 4 are active

Terminal 1 was demolished and Terminal 2 closed in 2020. The remaining terminals were never renumbered, so “Terminal 1” and “Terminal 2” are not current passenger terminals.

Terminal numbering
03

Sky Train is landside between T3 and T4

If you must change terminals, use the free PHX Sky Train and budget for security again unless your itinerary/airline keeps you within the same secure terminal flow.

Connection risk
04

Terminal 4 has four checkpoints

All Terminal 4 gates are accessible through any Terminal 4 checkpoint. Compare live waits instead of automatically joining the first line you see.

TSA shortcut
05

Arizona does not change clocks

Phoenix stays on Mountain Standard Time year-round. During U.S. daylight-saving months, Phoenix matches Pacific Daylight Time rather than Mountain Daylight Time.

Time-zone trap
06

International arrivals are mainly Terminal 4

Most international arrivals process through Terminal 4; some Canada-origin flights may arrive as precleared domestic-style arrivals. Always check the airline’s terminal and entry instructions.

Customs planning
Phoenix airport code meaning

What airport is PHX?

PHX is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the primary commercial airport serving Phoenix and central Arizona. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Phoenix Aviation Department.

The passenger-facing IATA code is PHX. The FAA location identifier is also PHX. Aviation, dispatch and flight-planning systems use the ICAO code KPHX.

Official namePhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA codePHX
ICAO codeKPHX
FAA codePHX
CountryUnited States
StateArizona
CityPhoenix
Passenger terminals3 and 4
What does PHX mean? PHX is the airport identifier derived from the Phoenix city name. For travel search, booking and baggage tags, “PHX” means Phoenix Sky Harbor—not Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
Airport name and code history

Why is it called Phoenix Sky Harbor, and where did PHX come from?

The airport began on farmland in 1928. The City of Phoenix bought Sky Harbor Airport on July 16, 1935 for $100,000; because it was then far from the developed city, it was nicknamed “The Farm.” In 1970, after federal designation as an international port of entry, the airport adopted the name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

1928

Sky Harbor begins

Parker Van Zandt acquired farmland and the early Sky Harbor airfield was established. Scheduled passenger service was offered by Scenic Airways.

1935

City of Phoenix purchase

Phoenix purchased the airport and began the long municipal expansion that turned the rural field into the region’s primary commercial airport.

1970

“International” added

Official airport history says the airport became an international port of entry and received the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport name in 1970.

PHX code origin: PHX is the standardized three-letter identifier tied to Phoenix. The airport’s published history explains the airport’s development and name changes, but it does not document a separate acronym-style story for each letter, so this guide does not invent one.
Phoenix airport code AZA explained

PHX vs AZA: which Phoenix-area airport is on your ticket?

This is the highest-value clarification for the keyword “Phoenix airport code AZA.” Both airports can market access to the Greater Phoenix region, but they are separate facilities with different codes, addresses, airlines and ground trips.

AirportIATA codeFAA / ICAOLocationPassenger profile
Phoenix Sky Harbor InternationalPHXPHX / KPHXPhoenix, about 3 miles east of downtownPrimary Phoenix commercial airport; broad domestic/international network
Mesa Gateway AirportAZAIWA / KIWAMesa, southeast of PhoenixSmaller Phoenix-area airport; currently includes Allegiant and Sun Country service
Do not navigate by “Phoenix airport” alone. Match PHX or AZA on the boarding pass first. Mesa Gateway’s passenger terminal address is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd., Mesa, AZ 85212; Sky Harbor’s passenger address is 3400 E. Sky Harbor Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85034.
Phoenix local time

What time is it at PHX airport?

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MST

Phoenix time now

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Phoenix uses the America/Phoenix time zone and stays on Mountain Standard Time year-round.

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PHX airport code location

Phoenix Sky Harbor address, map and location

PIN

Passenger airport address

3400 E. Sky Harbor Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Use the terminal/parking destination inside the airport after entering the property.

3MI

Near downtown Phoenix

Sky Harbor is approximately 3 miles east of downtown Phoenix, close to I-10 and SR-143.

RCC

Rental Car Center has a different address

1805 E. Sky Harbor Circle South. Use the free PHX Sky Train between the Rental Car Center and terminals.

Meeting an arriving passenger

PHX arrivals, baggage claim and curb pickup by terminal

Baggage claim is on the ground level in both Terminal 3 and Terminal 4. Before driving to a curb, confirm the terminal on the live flight board and wait until the passenger has deplaned and collected checked bags.

T3

Terminal 3 arrival

Follow Level 1 / baggage-claim signs. For rideshare, use the designated outer-curb areas; for taxi, go to the north curb outside Door 7.

T4

Terminal 4 arrival

Level 1 is the arrivals level with baggage claim and ground transportation. Taxi pickup is outside Door 7 north or Door 4 south; rideshare uses designated outer-curb zones.

WAIT

Driver should wait off-curb

Use one of PHX’s free Cell Phone Waiting Lots. “Landed” is not the same as “ready at curb” because taxi-in, deplaning and baggage delivery can add substantial time.

Best meetup message: ask the passenger to text terminal + door/curb + “I have my bags” before you leave the waiting lot. This avoids repeated loops through busy terminal roads.
Interactive travel planning

Build a practical Phoenix airport plan

PHX or AZA airport checker

Resolve the two major Phoenix-area commercial airport codes before booking ground transportation.

PHX — Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

Recommended airport-arrival time

Sky Harbor recommends at least two hours for domestic travel and three hours for international travel. Add more for parking, bags or special assistance.

For a 9:00 AM domestic flight, target the terminal by about 7:00 AM.

Official parking cost estimate

Uses current drive-up daily maximums checked August 11, 2026. Online reservations can price differently.

Estimated 3-day Terminal Garage maximum: $99.

Terminal-change risk checker

Use this for airline changes. Separate terminals mean a landside Sky Train transfer and security rescreening.

Same terminal. Confirm gate and whether you can remain post-security.
Passenger terminal guide

PHX has Terminal 3 and Terminal 4—here is why

Phoenix Sky Harbor currently operates two passenger terminals: Terminal 3 and Terminal 4. Terminal 1 was demolished in 1990/1991 and Terminal 2 closed in February 2020. The airport intentionally did not renumber the surviving terminals, which preserves familiar signage and avoids a major relabeling project.

T3

Terminal 3

Modernized terminal serving a broad group of airlines including Air Canada, Alaska, Delta, Frontier, United and other carriers. The PHX Sky Train station is on Level 5; the terminal has E and F gate areas.

High-value detail: the main security checkpoint is open 24 hours under current published hours.

T4

Terminal 4

Sky Harbor’s largest passenger terminal, serving American, Southwest and multiple international airlines. It has A, B, C and D gate groups and four security checkpoints.

High-value detail: all Terminal 4 gates can be reached through any Terminal 4 checkpoint.

Airline assignments can change. Use the official airline directory and flight status on travel day instead of treating a static terminal list as permanent.
Free automated airport train

PHX Sky Train: terminals, parking, rail and rental cars

24/7 service

The free PHX Sky Train connects 44th Street/Valley Metro Rail, East Economy, Terminal 4, Terminal 3, 24th Street and the Rental Car Center. It is ADA accessible and operates 24 hours a day. The airport currently estimates average waits of roughly 3½–7 minutes from 5 a.m.–10 p.m.; nightly maintenance between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. can push waits to 15 minutes or more and can require operational changes.

StopWhy a traveler uses itMicro-level route note
44th Street / WashingtonValley Metro Rail, pickup/drop-off, cell phone waitingLight rail ticket machines are on Level 2; use the pedestrian connection to Valley Metro Rail
East EconomyEconomy garages/uncovered parkingTrains run in both directions—check destination display before boarding
Terminal 4T4 airlines and all T4 checkpointsStation is on Level 3 with direct access toward security
Terminal 3T3 airlinesStation platform is on Level 5; access through Level 4
24th StreetWest-side economy parking, pickup/drop-offUseful alternative to driving terminal curbs during congestion
Rental Car CenterAll on-airport rental companiesRental Car Center address: 1805 E. Sky Harbor Circle South
Overnight detail: between roughly 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., nightly maintenance can reduce train frequency and waits can reach 15 minutes or more. Build extra time into an early-morning rental return or late-night rail connection.
Changing planes

Terminal 3 to Terminal 4 connections

Same-airline connections may remain in the same terminal and behind security. A connection involving another airline can require a terminal change, bag claim/recheck and security rescreening.

3→4

Terminal 3 to Terminal 4

  1. Go to Level 4.
  2. Follow signs to the PHX Sky Train.
  3. Ride one stop to Terminal 4.
  4. Go to the correct Terminal 4 checkpoint.
  5. Re-clear TSA if you exited the secure area.
4→3

Terminal 4 to Terminal 3

  1. Go to Level 3 and walk toward the center of Terminal 4.
  2. Follow PHX Sky Train signs.
  3. Ride to Terminal 3.
  4. Follow the terminal’s security/check-in route as needed.
Separate-ticket warning: a bag checked to Phoenix rather than through to the final destination can require baggage claim, recheck and a full security cycle. The second airline may not protect a missed flight on an unrelated ticket.
TSA screening

PHX security checkpoint hours and PHX RESERVE

Checked Aug. 11, 2026
CheckpointPublished hoursPreCheck published hoursUseful note
Terminal 324 hours5 a.m.–2 p.m.Single main checkpoint
T4 Checkpoint A24 hours5 a.m.–7 p.m.All T4 gates accessible
T4 Checkpoint B4:15 a.m.–8:30 p.m.5 a.m.–7 p.m.Compare live wait before joining
T4 Checkpoint C3:15 a.m.–12:30 a.m.5 a.m.–7 p.m.Late operating window
T4 Checkpoint D3:15 a.m.–7:30 p.m.5 a.m.–7 p.m.All T4 gates accessible
2H

Arrival baseline

Official PHX travel tips recommend at least 2 hours before domestic and 3 hours before international departure.

RSV

PHX RESERVE

Free security time-slot reservations are available in Terminal 3 and, as of July 2026, all Terminal 4 checkpoints. Reservations can generally be made up to six days ahead.

ID

TSA ConfirmID

Starting Feb. 1, 2026, travelers without acceptable ID may be directed to TSA’s fee-based ConfirmID verification process. It is a fallback, not a reason to travel without acceptable ID.

PHX RESERVE timing: reservations can be made up to six days before departure, and appointment slots are generally offered from 240 to 60 minutes before the flight. Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 Checkpoint A offer RESERVE around the clock; B/C/D follow their published checkpoint hours. Slots are limited and do not replace TSA screening.
Checkpoint hours can change operationally. PreCheck availability can also differ from the checkpoint’s general opening hours. Check live wait times and current airport/TSA information before a very early or late flight.
New in 2026

PHX Early Bag Check: who can use it and when

Beginning in February 2026, Phoenix Sky Harbor offers free Early Bag Check at the Rental Car Center and East Economy Parking. It is designed to let eligible domestic passengers drop checked bags before riding the PHX Sky Train to the terminal.

WHERE

Locations

Rental Car Center and East Economy Parking.

5–5

Hours

Published daily hours are 5 a.m.–5 p.m., including holidays.

90M

Bag timing

Bags must be accepted at least 90 minutes before departure and no more than four hours before the flight under current program rules.

Current participating domestic airlines

Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest and United are listed. The service is not available for international travel. Up to two bags may be accepted depending on airline policy; standard airline baggage fees still apply, and special items such as car seats or sporting equipment must go to the airline counter.

Official drive-up rates

PHX parking rates, transfer time and best-use cases

Checked Aug. 11, 2026
ParkingDaily maxBest forTerminal transfer
Terminal 3 Garage$33Closest T3 accessAttached/short walk
Terminal 4 Garage$33Closest T4 accessAttached/short walk
East Economy Garage A/B$19Covered economyPHX Sky Train
East Economy Uncovered$16Lower-cost east-side parkingPHX Sky Train
West Economy Garage$19West-side covered parkingApprox. 12-min walk to T3; no shuttle
West Economy Park & Walk$10Lowest published seasonal rateApprox. 15-min walk to T3; seasonal, no shuttle
24th Street Station$16West-side Sky Train accessPHX Sky Train
Valet$43ConvenienceTerminal garage valet
Premium$37Reserved premium garage spaceTerminal garage

Parking availability

Use the official real-time availability page before entering the airport, especially during holidays, Spring Training and major events.

EV charging

Charging is available in Terminal 3, Terminal 4 and at 24th Street Station. Exact outlet availability can change.

Free motorist assistance

Blue assistance call boxes and the 24-hour parking hotline can help with a flat tire, dead battery or locating a vehicle.

Parking hotline: 602-273-4545. Official rates are drive-up maximums; online reservations may offer different prices.

Garage clearance and reservation pitfalls

Vehicle height limits

Current PHX parking FAQs list 6 ft 10 in for West Economy, Terminal 3 Garage and Terminal 4 Garage, and 8 ft 2 in for East Economy Garage. Oversize parking is available in uncovered economy areas and in the oversized-vehicle area east of Terminal 4.

Reservation entry/exit

A reserved-parking gate may reject entry if you arrive more than two hours before the confirmed booking time. Leaving after the confirmed exit time can trigger additional charges at the posted rate.

East Economy: the detail that saves a long bag drag

A free shuttle circulates the East Economy parking lot 24/7 and can take passengers to the PHX Sky Train area. PHX also posts QR codes that can send a text/email reminder of where you parked—use one, or photograph the row/zone before leaving the car.

Driver waiting strategy

PHX Cell Phone Lots: wait free instead of circling terminals

Sky Harbor has three free, 24-hour Cell Phone Waiting Lots. The airport asks drivers to stay with their vehicles and limit waiting to roughly 30 minutes or less.

EAST

East of Terminal 4

About 90 spaces with flight-information display and portable restroom.

WEST

West Economy area

About 90 spaces with flight-information display and portable restroom.

44TH

44th Street Sky Train Station

About 25 spaces; restrooms are inside the station. Useful for avoiding terminal-road congestion.

Pickup sequence: wait in lot → flight reaches gate → passenger deplanes → bags arrive → passenger texts exact terminal/door → driver leaves the lot. “Arrived” does not mean the passenger is curb-ready.
Uber, Lyft, Waymo and other apps

Exact PHX rideshare pickup locations

T3

Terminal 3

Rideshare pickup uses the entire south outer curb except the far east end, plus the far east end of the north outer curb.

T4

Terminal 4

Level 1 north outer curb: far west end outside Door 1. South outer curb: east end outside Door 6 or 8, plus west end outside Door 2.

RCC

Rental Car Center

Pickup is in the Visitor’s Parking Lot; exit the RCC lobby and take the exterior elevator down to the visitor lot.

24

24th Street Station

South curb. This can be a useful alternative to terminal-curb pickup.

44

44th Street Station

North curb for rideshare/autonomous vehicle pickup. Waymo also offers terminal curbside pickup/drop-off at designated rideshare locations.

Request only when ready: Sky Harbor advises passengers to collect all baggage and be ready to exit before arranging the ride. Your app’s pin and airport signs control on travel day.
Downtown and regional transport

Valley Metro Rail, taxi, rental car and public bus options

RAIL

Valley Metro Rail

Ride the free PHX Sky Train to 44th Street and Washington, then connect to Valley Metro Rail for Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. Purchase the applicable Valley Metro fare before boarding rail.

TAXI

Taxi

Terminal 3: north curb outside Door 7. Terminal 4: Level 1 north curb outside Door 7 and south curb outside Door 4. Current airport-published taxi pricing: first mile $7, each additional mile $2.60, $18 minimum, and a $20 flat rate to the defined downtown Phoenix zone.

BUS

Valley Metro bus

Route 13 serves the 24th Street PHX Sky Train station; Route 44 connects at the 44th Street Sky Train station. Check current schedules before using transit for a flight deadline.

CAR

Rental cars

All on-airport rental-car companies operate from the consolidated Rental Car Center at 1805 E. Sky Harbor Circle South. The PHX Sky Train connects it to both terminals 24/7.

Downtown shortcut: for many downtown destinations, Sky Train + Valley Metro Rail avoids parking and terminal-road traffic. For several people with bags or a late-night trip, taxi/rideshare can be more practical.
Phoenix international airport code

International arrivals, customs and connections at PHX

2026 CBP update

Phoenix Sky Harbor is an international airport. Most international flights arrive at Terminal 4, where passengers who have not already completed U.S. preclearance follow CBP arrival processing.

1

Passport / CBP inspection

Follow international-arrival signs and keep passport/entry documents accessible.

2

Baggage and customs

Follow CBP instructions for checked baggage and declarations. U.S. preclearance origins can follow a different arrival flow.

3

Domestic onward flight

Confirm whether baggage must be rechecked and allow time to move to the departure terminal/checkpoint and pass TSA again.

Enhanced Passenger Processing launched in March 2026

PHX and U.S. Customs and Border Protection implemented Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) in March 2026. The voluntary, free process for U.S. citizens uses a camera to compare the traveler with document information already held by CBP; no prior enrollment is required. A traveler who does not want to use EPP can tell an officer and use the standard entry process.

Mobile Passport Control and Global Entry

PHX’s customs guidance links to CBP Mobile Passport Control and Global Entry. Eligibility depends on the traveler and program rules; neither program eliminates the need to follow CBP instructions at arrival.

Canada preclearance: some Canada-origin flights complete U.S. customs/immigration before departure in Canada. Those passengers can arrive at PHX more like domestic arrivals. Check the operating airline’s arrival terminal/gate.
Accessible and sensory-friendly travel

Wheelchairs, Compassion Cacti, sensory room and accessible transport

AIR

Wheelchair assistance

Arrange wheelchair assistance with the operating airline in advance. Departing passengers can also request help at the airline ticketing area or curbside Sky Cap where available.

CACTI

Compassion Cacti lanyard

The PHX-specific green lanyard signals that a traveler may need more time or assistance. Request it before travel; it does not provide security, boarding or line-skipping privileges.

CALM

Sensory Room

Located in Terminal 4’s Compassion Corner. Published access hours are 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday–Friday and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturday.

GUIDE

Navigator Support Guide

Free airport volunteers can help a traveler navigate PHX. They are not airline escorts or medical assistants, but can provide wayfinding and airport support.

ADA

Accessible parking

ADA spaces are available throughout PHX parking facilities, but PHX does not provide free parking solely because a vehicle has a disabled placard or plate.

WAV

Accessible transportation

Accessible taxi/van services are available. The PHX Sky Train and Valley Metro Rail connection are wheelchair accessible.

Family restrooms, adult changing and personal cleaning

PHX accessibility FAQs say all airport restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Family restrooms support companion care and include fixed-height adult changing stations with adjacent grab bars; family restrooms in gate areas also include showers for personal cleaning. This is especially useful for travelers who need caregiver assistance or a private cleanup space during a disruption.

Closest curb doors for airline ticket counters

For reduced walking on departure: Terminal 3 ticket counters are closest to north Doors 3/5 and south Doors 2/4. In Terminal 4, American is closest to north Doors 21/23, Southwest to south Doors 24/26, and international-airline counters to north Door 27 or south Door 28. Verify the operating airline before choosing the curb.

Approximate longest gate walks from the nearest checkpoint

RouteApprox. distanceWhy it matters
T3 checkpoint → E gates910 ftAllow extra time for slower walking
T3 checkpoint → F gates1,475 ftLongest listed T3 walk
T4 Checkpoint A → A gates1,405 ftLong walk possible
T4 Checkpoint B → B gates1,380 ftLong walk possible
T4 Checkpoint C → C gates1,100 ftModerate-to-long walk
T4 Checkpoint D → D gates337 ftShortest listed route
Baggage reality check

Bag storage, early check-in and long-layover planning at PHX

Phoenix Sky Harbor’s official customer-service guidance says the airport does not provide baggage-storage lockers or a staffed luggage-storage facility. If you arrive too early to check a bag, ask the operating airline how early it will accept baggage; some airlines may point travelers to an off-airport storage provider.

EBC

Eligible domestic departure?

Use 2026 Early Bag Check at East Economy or the Rental Car Center when your airline and timing qualify.

HOLD

Too early for bag drop?

Do not plan around airport lockers—they are not offered. Confirm the airline’s earliest bag-acceptance time before arriving many hours early.

LAY

Long layover

If leaving the airport, keep enough time for transport, terminal return and another TSA screening. Store luggage only through a provider you have independently verified.

Inside Phoenix Sky Harbor

Nursing rooms, pet relief, lounges, Wi-Fi, cash and quiet spaces

BABY

Nursing rooms and pods

Both terminals have nursing rooms before and after security. Terminal 4 also has several Mamava pods, including ADA-accessible pods near Gate A22 and Checkpoint D.

PET

Nine animal-relief areas

PHX publishes nine pet-relief areas, including outdoor Paw Pad/Boneyard facilities and post-security relief areas in both terminals.

WiFi

Free airport Wi-Fi

PHX provides free Wi-Fi. Use the airport’s current network prompts and avoid sensitive transactions on unfamiliar public networks.

ATM

ATMs and cash-to-card

ATMs exist before and after security. Cash-to-card machines are in Terminal 3 and Terminal 4. Foreign currency exchange is not available at PHX.

ART

Phoenix Airport Museum

Art is spread through terminals, Sky Train stations and the Rental Car Center. Terminal 3 also has a pre-security Sculpture Garden.

SMOKE

Smoking

Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas. Re-entry to the secure area requires TSA screening again.

Current airport lounges by terminal

TerminalLoungeLocation / published hoursAccess reminder
3Delta Sky ClubNear F8 · 4:45 a.m.–12:30 a.m.Delta access rules apply
3Escape LoungePost-security E/F intersection · 4:30 a.m.–10 p.m.Terminal 3 location currently accepts Priority Pass
3United ClubNear E3 · 5 a.m.–11:30 p.m.United/eligible partner rules
4American Admirals ClubA7/A9, A19/A21, B5/B7 · hours varyAA membership/eligible ticket/pass
4Centurion LoungeAcross from B21 · 7 a.m.–8 p.m.Amex eligibility rules
4Escape LoungeAcross from B22 · 5 a.m.–10 p.m.Check current access method
4Sapphire Lounge by The ClubNear D11 · 4:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.Chase/eligible access rules
4USO ArizonaPre-security Level 2 east end · 7 a.m.–7 p.m.Eligible military community
Lost property routing

Where to report a lost item at PHX

Where lostContactCurrent detail
Aircraft or airline gate areaOperating airlineUse airline baggage/lost-property channel
TSA checkpointTSA PHX Lost & FoundOnline TSA form; PHX TSA office is in Terminal 3 Level 7
Terminal common area, Sky Train, bus or parkingPHX Lost & Found602-273-3333 · office at 3300 E. Sky Harbor Blvd.
Rental vehicleRental companyContact the company directly
Scam protection: Phoenix Sky Harbor states its own Lost & Found service is free and is not affiliated with third-party fee-based lost-property services.
Official Phoenix Sky Harbor video

See Terminal 4’s newer concourse and passenger amenities

This City of Phoenix / Phoenix Sky Harbor video is embedded because it gives useful visual context for Terminal 4’s eighth concourse, including the larger post-security environment, amenities and airport design. It is not used as a substitute for current gate or airline information.

Publisher: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport / City of Phoenix Aviation Department. VideoObject schema is intentionally omitted because exact YouTube upload date and duration were not independently verified.

Current FAA diagram audit

What the FAA’s Aug.–Sep. 2026 PHX airport diagram confirms

The current FAA airport diagram is effective August 6 through September 3, 2026. For passengers, its value is not taxiway detail—it independently confirms that Phoenix Sky Harbor is PHX / KPHX, has three east-west runways, a field elevation of about 1,135 feet, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 areas, and a designated customs area.

Runway 8/26

11,489 × 150 ft — the longest runway shown on the current FAA diagram.

Runway 7L/25R

10,300 × 150 ft.

Runway 7R/25L

7,800 × 150 ft.

Passenger translation: runway numbers are not terminal or gate numbers. A boarding pass saying Terminal 4 / Gate B15 has no relationship to runway 7L/25R. Runway changes can alter taxi time, but your airline/PHX flight status remains the correct source for your itinerary.
Current construction

Terminal 3 North Concourse construction: what changes for travelers

Phoenix Sky Harbor is building a new six-gate Terminal 3 North 2 Concourse. The project is part of ongoing airport expansion, and 2026 airport updates note continued overnight lane restrictions near Terminal 3 while access remains open.

What is being added

Six new gates, concessions, public restrooms, a future lounge/mezzanine, and a connector bridge to the existing Terminal 3 processor.

What travelers should do now

Allow extra roadway time near Terminal 3, follow temporary signs and confirm parking/curb routing before a peak-period trip.

Heat and monsoon planning

Phoenix weather can affect the ground trip even when the flight is on time

Arizona heat and monsoon storms can affect walking comfort, roadway visibility, rental-car loading and outdoor pickup. The airport’s summer information points travelers to National Weather Service Phoenix forecasts and 2026 monsoon outlook resources.

HOT

Extreme heat

Do not leave children, pets or temperature-sensitive medication in a parked vehicle. Carry water and minimize unnecessary outdoor walking.

DUST

Dust / monsoon storms

Road visibility can deteriorate quickly. Check local alerts before driving to or from PHX during active storms.

AIR

Flight disruptions

Weather at Phoenix or at the aircraft’s previous/next airport can affect a flight. The operating airline remains the source for your itinerary.

Early flight / late arrival

PHX overnight and very-early travel plan

Security

Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 Checkpoint A are currently published as 24-hour checkpoints, but PreCheck hours are shorter.

Sky Train

It runs 24/7, but between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. maintenance can produce waits of 15 minutes or more.

Rideshare / taxi

Most rideshare providers operate 24/7; taxi stands remain the airport’s regulated on-demand alternative.

Food / lounges

Do not assume a 24-hour airport means restaurants or lounges stay open all night. Check the interactive directory and lounge hours for your terminal.

4 a.m. departure trap: work backward from the airline’s boarding/bag cutoff, not just the TSA checkpoint opening. Rental return + overnight Sky Train + bag check can consume more time than the terminal itself.
Travel-day checklist

Before leaving for Phoenix Sky Harbor

  • Confirm the ticket says PHX, not AZA.
  • Check the operating airline and terminal.
  • Open official live flight status.
  • Check current TSA waits.
  • Use PHX RESERVE when useful.
  • Check official parking availability.
  • Add Sky Train time for economy parking or rental cars.
  • Use Early Bag Check only if eligible.
  • Confirm airline bag-drop cutoff.
  • Photograph your parking zone/pillar.
  • Wait in a Cell Phone Lot for pickup.
  • Request rideshare after collecting bags.
  • Keep passport accessible for international travel.
  • Arrange wheelchair assistance with the airline.
  • Use Compassion Cacti/Navigator support when helpful.
  • Recheck gate after security.
Airport contact

Phoenix Sky Harbor phone numbers

INFO

Main airport information

602-273-3300

General airport questions.

TEXT

Text the airport

602-622-4132

Published airport text contact.

PARK

Parking hotline

602-273-4545

24-hour parking availability and motorist help.

LOST

Airport Lost & Found

602-273-3333

Common-area, Sky Train, bus and parking items.

PAGE

Airport paging

602-273-3455

Passenger paging requests.

TTY

TTY / relay

800-781-1010 or 711 Relay

Flight-specific issues: tickets, rebooking, seat assignments, checked-bag claims and airline wheelchair service should go to the operating airline, not the airport switchboard.
Search questions answered

Frequently asked questions about Phoenix airport code

What is the Phoenix airport code?
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport uses IATA code PHX. Its ICAO code is KPHX and its FAA location identifier is PHX.
What is the PHX airport code country?
PHX is in the United States, in Phoenix, Arizona.
What is the full name of PHX airport?
The full name is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
What is the IATA code for Phoenix Sky Harbor?
The IATA code is PHX.
What is the ICAO code for Phoenix airport?
The ICAO code is KPHX.
What is the FAA code for Phoenix Sky Harbor?
The FAA location identifier is PHX.
What does PHX airport code mean?
PHX is the three-letter airport identifier derived from the Phoenix city name and used for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Is AZA the Phoenix airport code?
AZA is the IATA code for Mesa Gateway Airport, a different commercial airport in the Greater Phoenix region. The main Phoenix Sky Harbor airport code is PHX.
What is Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport’s code?
Mesa Gateway Airport uses IATA code AZA, FAA identifier IWA and ICAO code KIWA.
Where is PHX airport located?
Phoenix Sky Harbor is about three miles east of downtown Phoenix, Arizona.
What is the PHX airport address?
The passenger airport address is 3400 E. Sky Harbor Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85034.
How many passenger terminals does PHX have?
PHX currently has two active passenger terminals: Terminal 3 and Terminal 4.
Why are there no Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at PHX?
Terminal 1 was demolished and Terminal 2 closed in February 2020. The remaining terminals were never renumbered, so current passenger terminals remain 3 and 4.
How do I get from Terminal 3 to Terminal 4 at PHX?
Use the free PHX Sky Train. If the transfer requires leaving the secure area, allow time to clear TSA again.
Is the PHX Sky Train free?
Yes. The PHX Sky Train is free and connects both terminals, East Economy, 24th Street, the Rental Car Center and Valley Metro Rail at 44th Street.
Does the PHX Sky Train run 24 hours?
Yes. It operates 24/7, but overnight maintenance from roughly 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. can reduce frequency and increase wait times.
How early should I arrive at Phoenix airport?
Phoenix Sky Harbor recommends at least two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight. Add more for parking, baggage or special assistance.
Is any PHX TSA checkpoint open 24 hours?
Yes. The current published schedule lists Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 Checkpoint A as open 24 hours.
Can I use any Terminal 4 security checkpoint?
Yes. Phoenix Sky Harbor states that all Terminal 4 gates are accessible through any Terminal 4 checkpoint.
What is PHX RESERVE?
PHX RESERVE is a free program that lets eligible travelers reserve a time to enter the TSA checkpoint screening area. It is available in Terminal 3 and all Terminal 4 checkpoints as of July 2026.
What is Early Bag Check at PHX?
It is a free 2026 service at the Rental Car Center and East Economy Parking for eligible domestic passengers on participating airlines. Normal airline baggage fees still apply.
How much is Terminal Garage parking at PHX?
The current drive-up daily maximum is $33 at both Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 garages. Reservation pricing may differ.
What is the cheapest published PHX parking rate?
The seasonal West Economy Park & Walk currently has a $10 daily maximum when open. It requires about a 15-minute walk to Terminal 3 and has no shuttle.
Where do Uber and Lyft pick up at Terminal 4?
Terminal 4 rideshare pickup is on Level 1 at designated outer-curb areas: north far west outside Door 1, and south curb areas outside Doors 2, 6 or 8 depending on zone.
Does Waymo pick up at PHX terminals?
Yes. The airport publishes Waymo curbside pickup/drop-off at designated rideshare locations in Terminals 3 and 4, plus autonomous-vehicle locations at 24th and 44th Street stations.
How much is a taxi from PHX to downtown Phoenix?
The airport currently publishes a $20 flat rate from PHX to the defined downtown Phoenix zone. Other destinations use the published meter structure and minimum fare.
How do I take light rail from PHX?
Ride the free PHX Sky Train to 44th Street and Washington, then transfer to Valley Metro Rail for Phoenix, Tempe or Mesa.
Where do international flights arrive at PHX?
Most international flights arrive at Terminal 4. Canada-origin flights that complete U.S. preclearance can follow a different arrival process, so confirm with the airline.
Does PHX have Mobile Passport Control?
PHX’s customs guidance links travelers to CBP Mobile Passport Control. Eligibility and use depend on current CBP rules.
What is Enhanced Passenger Processing at PHX?
EPP is a voluntary, free CBP process introduced at PHX in March 2026 for U.S. citizens. It uses biometric photo matching to streamline entry without prior enrollment.
Does PHX have nursing rooms?
Yes. Both active terminals have nursing rooms before and after security, and Terminal 4 also has multiple Mamava nursing pods.
Does PHX have pet relief areas?
Yes. Phoenix Sky Harbor publishes nine animal-relief areas, including outdoor and post-security locations.
Does PHX have a foreign currency exchange?
No. Phoenix Sky Harbor currently states that foreign currency exchange is not available at PHX.
Does PHX have a sensory room?
Yes. The Sensory Room is part of the Terminal 4 Compassion Corner and has published access hours that vary by day.
Where is the PHX Rental Car Center?
It is at 1805 E. Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix. The free PHX Sky Train links it with Terminals 3 and 4.
Can I store luggage at Phoenix Sky Harbor?
PHX’s official customer-service guidance says the airport does not offer baggage storage. Ask your airline how early it will accept checked baggage or independently verify an off-airport storage provider.
What are the parking-garage height limits at PHX?
Current PHX parking FAQs list 6 ft 10 in for West Economy, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 garages, and 8 ft 2 in for East Economy Garage.
How often does the PHX Sky Train run?
PHX currently estimates average waits of about 3½ to 7 minutes from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Overnight maintenance from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. can produce waits of 15 minutes or more.
How early can I use PHX RESERVE?
Appointments are generally available from 240 to 60 minutes before departure and can be booked up to six days in advance, subject to checkpoint hours and availability.
Where is baggage claim at PHX?
Baggage claim is on the ground level in both Terminal 3 and Terminal 4.
Does PHX have adult changing stations?
Yes. PHX accessibility guidance says family restrooms have fixed-height adult changing stations with nearby grab bars; family restrooms in gate areas also include showers for personal cleaning.
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Official sources and update policy

This guide prioritizes the City of Phoenix Aviation Department / Phoenix Sky Harbor, FAA, TSA, CBP, Mesa Gateway Airport and Valley Metro for current operational facts. The FAA airport diagram effective Aug. 6–Sep. 3, 2026 was also audited for code, runway and field-layout confirmation. Search competitors were used to identify missing traveler questions—not as the primary authority for parking, terminal, security or transport rules.

What should be rechecked on travel day?

Flight status, gate, airline terminal, security wait, checkpoint availability, parking space, construction routing, rideshare pin, transit schedule, concession hours and lounge access.

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The Airport-Guides.org post sitemap could not be independently retrieved/index-verified during this build, so no internal URL was guessed or fabricated for SEO.

Final travel-day check: confirm PHX—not AZA—on the ticket, then verify the operating airline, terminal, live flight status, security conditions and parking availability before leaving.