Phoenix & Scottsdale from Anchorage, 14 – 21 Nov: £1,567 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Alaska nonstop from Anchorage to Phoenix Sky Harbor in 5h 34m
- Typical desert highs of 71–81°F, with lows near 53°F
- Old Town hotel rated 8.5 from 175 reviews, breakfast included
The catch: The outbound is an overnight flight that leaves at 11:46 PM and lands at 7:20 AM, and the best-value hotel rate has no free cancellation.
Worth it if you want a warm, easy week of hikes, gardens and Old Town dinners; skip it if you're hoping for spring training or a beach.
Worth it: the whole week costs $2,079 for two, all in. That's the flights at $978 plus the hotel at $1,101, with taxes and fees included, for 7 nights, Nov 14–21, 2026. Alaska flies it nonstop from Anchorage in 5h 34m, and resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are not in the total.
The total, before you go
£1,567 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £737 |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £830 |
| The total, before you go | £1,567 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£40 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on Alaska, £106 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£369 per person, return
£737 for two, taxes and fees included · Alaska · nonstop · 5h 34m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 11:46 PM – Sun, Nov 15, 7:20 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | £369 | nonstop | 5h 34m |
| Delta | £392 | 1 stop | 8h 4m |
| Alaska | £373 | 1 stop | 7h 52m |
Prices checked 12 Oct 2026, 16:41 GMT-8. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The Alaska nonstop is $489 per person, which is $53 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. That's 10% less, out of 12 fares we checked. Add the best-value hotel and the week comes to $2,079 for two, taxes and fees included. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are extra. Mid-November is a good stretch for the desert. Typical highs run 71–81°F with lows near 53°F, so it's warm enough for a pool afternoon and cool enough for a sunrise hike. The dates also miss the peak resort rates of February and March and the extreme heat of summer. From Anchorage, one 5h 34m flight covers 2,546 miles. These prices are what we found when we checked, and they can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert reset week: sunshine, trail mornings, spa afternoons and easy dinners in Old Town. It suits a couple or two friends who want warmth without a long-haul trip, at a pace you set yourself. Seven nights leaves room for one outing a day, a slow pool day or two, and a few evenings at the Old Town bars.
Weather in Phoenix & Scottsdale, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 81 °F | 54 °F | Clear |
| Sun 15 Nov | 79 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 16 Nov | 72 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 17 Nov | 74 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Wed 18 Nov | 71 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Thu 19 Nov | 72 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 20 Nov | 72 °F | 50 °F | Clear |
| Sat 21 Nov | 75 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Phoenix & Scottsdale
Our best-value pick is Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town. It's $1,101 for 7 nights ($157 a night) for a King Studio Suite with breakfast included, and it's rated 8.5 from 175 reviews. One heads-up: this rate has no free cancellation. It sits in Old Town Scottsdale, where you can walk to galleries, bars and restaurants. Our top-rated pick is ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection, at $1,808 for the stay ($258 a night). It's rated 9.4 from 261 reviews, the rate is room only and it comes with free cancellation. On a tighter budget, Camelback Cozy is a vacation home at $950 for the stay ($136 a night), room only, with free cancellation and no review score listed. If you want large resorts, golf and spas, look at North Scottsdale.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town
£830 for 7 nights, two guests · £118 a night
See roomsADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection
£1,363 for 7 nights, two guests · £194 a night
See roomsCamelback Cozy
£716 for 7 nights, two guests · £103 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Phoenix & Scottsdale for these dates
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Where in Phoenix & Scottsdale
- Old Town Scottsdale: Walkable galleries, bars and restaurants with resort-style hotels nearby.
- North Scottsdale: Large desert resorts, golf and spas.
- Paradise Valley: Secluded luxury resorts beneath Camelback Mountain.
- Downtown Phoenix: Arts district, sports arenas and lower rates.
- Tempe: Lakeside hotels near the university and the airport.
What to do in Phoenix & Scottsdale
- Hike Camelback Mountain or Piestewa Peak at sunrise, before the day warms up
- Tour Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West
- Walk the Desert Botanical Garden on a mild afternoon
- Spend a spa day at a Sonoran Desert resort
- Take a hot-air balloon ride over the desert
Also worth it
- Catch spring training baseball in the Cactus League
Tours and tickets in Phoenix & Scottsdale
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Anchorage | Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 5h 34m nonstop |
| Distance | 2,546 miles each way |
| Time difference | +2 hours |
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What 7 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £737 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town) | £830 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £1,372 |
| Total for two | £2,939 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Anchorage to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £369 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £369 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Phoenix & Scottsdale.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed: it's a domestic trip, paid in US dollars.
- There's a 2-hour time difference between Anchorage and Phoenix.
- The outbound flight leaves ANC at 11:46 PM on Saturday, Nov 14, and lands at PHX at 7:20 AM on Sunday, Nov 15.
- Prices include taxes and fees as found when we checked; resort fees and a checked bag are not included.
- Cactus League spring training runs in February and March, so it isn't on during these dates.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for the two of you. It's a 5h 34m nonstop on Alaska, typical highs of 71–81°F and an Old Town hotel rated 8.5 with breakfast, all for $2,079 for two. The catch is the overnight outbound flight.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$2,079 for two, all in: $978 for the flights ($489 per person) plus $1,101 for 7 nights at Home2 Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town. Taxes and fees are included. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are not.
Do I need a passport?
No. Anchorage to Phoenix is a domestic flight, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
For these dates, typical highs run 71–81°F with lows near 53°F. The normals show mostly overcast days with a few clear ones, which is comfortable weather for hiking and garden walks.
What are the flight times?
The Alaska nonstop leaves Anchorage at 11:46 PM on Nov 14 and lands in Phoenix at 7:20 AM on Nov 15, after 5h 34m in the air. Plan on a slow first morning.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes. Seven nights gives you time for a sunrise hike, Taliesin West, the Desert Botanical Garden and a spa day, and still leaves a few slow pool days.
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