Phoenix & Scottsdale from New Orleans, 18 – 22 Dec: £769 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- £14 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North, rated 8.7 by 683 guests
- Free cancellation at Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 17h 52m in all.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Phoenix & Scottsdale is 4 nights from New Orleans, 18 – 22 Dec 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £226 per person (Frontier, 1 stop, 17h 52m), 6% below the typical £241 on this route. Hotels start at £70 a night; Typical highs 69–71°F, lows near 47°F this time of year.
The total, before you go
£769 for two · 4 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £453 |
| Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North, 4 nights, two guests, taxes in | £281 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £35 |
| The total, before you go | £769 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £181 |
£14 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £45 each way per bag on Frontier, £181 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£226 per person, return
£453 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 17h 52m
Out Fri, Dec 18, 7:46 PM – Sat, Dec 19, 12:38 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | £226 | 1 stop | 17h 52m |
| Frontier | £230 | 1 stop | 28h 39m |
| Frontier | £232 | 1 stop | 21h 37m |
Prices checked 18 Oct 2026, 15:56 GMT-5. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Phoenix & Scottsdale
Why we picked it: Phoenix & Scottsdale is the best value we priced for these dates: $300 round trip, 6% under the typical price.
Phoenix and Scottsdale are the desert escape for sunshine, golf, spa resorts, cactus-studded hikes and a lively Old Town bar scene.
Weather in Phoenix & Scottsdale, 18 – 22 Dec
Typical highs 69–71°F, lows near 47°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 18 Dec | 71 °F | 46 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 19 Dec | 71 °F | 47 °F | Clear |
| Sun 20 Dec | 71 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 21 Dec | 71 °F | 47 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 22 Dec | 69 °F | 46 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Phoenix & Scottsdale
Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North
£281 for 4 nights, two guests · £70 a night
See roomsCanopy By Hilton Scottsdale Old Town
£865 for 4 nights, two guests · £217 a night
See roomsLa Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
£307 for 4 nights, two guests · £77 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
Signature experiences
- Hike Camelback Mountain or Piestewa Peak at sunrise
- Tour Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West
- Walk the Desert Botanical Garden
- Catch spring training baseball in the Cactus League
- Spend a spa day at a Sonoran Desert resort
- Take a hot-air balloon ride over the desert
Tours and tickets in Phoenix & Scottsdale
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 17h 52m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,305 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
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What 4 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £453 |
| Hotel, 4 nights (Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North) | £281 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 4 days for two | £785 |
| Total for two | £1,519 |
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: New Orleans to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £226 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £181 (15 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £241 |
| Price checks | 14 |
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).
Questions readers ask
How much does 4 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale from New Orleans cost?
About £1,519 for two: £453 in flights, £281 for the hotel and £785 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Phoenix & Scottsdale 18 – 22 Dec?
Typical highs 69–71°F, lows near 47°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Phoenix & Scottsdale?
No. No passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Phoenix & Scottsdale.
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Phoenix & Scottsdale?
17h 52m with 1 stop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is £226 a good price for New Orleans to Phoenix & Scottsdale?
It is 6% below the typical £241 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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