Phoenix & Scottsdale from Birmingham, Nov 14–21: $1,952 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- $365 per person, $679 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs of 71–81°F for the week, with lows near 53°F
- ADERO Scottsdale Resort scores 9.4 from 262 reviews and offers free cancellation
The catch: There's no nonstop: the flight out leaves at 5:05 AM and takes 6h 6m with one stop, and checked bags run about $160 for two.
Worth it if you want warm desert days, sunrise hikes and spa time for a week; skip it if you need a nonstop flight.
Worth it: a week in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs $1,952 for two, all in. That's $730 for the flights, $1,124 for 7 nights at CozySuites at Kierland Commons and its $98 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. You fly out Saturday, Nov 14 and come back Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, on American (operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle), with one stop and no nonstop.
The total, before you go
$1,952 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $730 |
| CozySuites at Kierland Commons, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,124 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $98 |
| The total, before you go | $1,952 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$679 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on American, $160 for two round trip); 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
$365 per person, round trip
$730 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle · 1 stop · 6h 6m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 5:05 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 10:11 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | $365 | 1 stop | 6h 6m |
| Delta | $365 | 1 stop | 6h 5m |
| American | $365 | 1 stop | 5h 53m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 8:02 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare we found is $365 per person, or $730 for two. That's $679 below the typical fare on this route, 65% under it, and the lowest fare in 30 days. Mid-November works well in the desert. Typical highs run 71–81°F and lows sit near 53°F, so it's good hiking weather and not the extreme summer heat the season notes warn about. It also comes before the February and March peak, when spring training and the Phoenix Open push resort rates up. With a full week you have time for a sunrise climb, a garden walk and a slow spa day without rushing. Prices were all in when we checked and can change, so treat this as the price we found, not a promise.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert week at an easy pace. Mornings are for hikes, afternoons for the pool or a spa, and evenings for dinner and bars in Old Town Scottsdale. It suits a couple or two friends who want warm weather in November without needing a passport. It also works if you like mixing a bit of effort on the trail with plenty of downtime.
Weather in Phoenix & Scottsdale, Nov 14–21
Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 81 °F | 54 °F | Clear |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 79 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 72 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 74 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 71 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 72 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 72 °F | 50 °F | Clear |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 75 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Phoenix & Scottsdale
CozySuites at Kierland Commons is our best-value pick: $1,124 for the 7 nights ($161 a night) for a Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment, listed under Paradise Valley, Scottsdale. It's rated 7.6 from 13 reviews. There's no free cancellation, and its $98 resort fee is already in our total. ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection is the top-rated choice, with 4 stars and 9.4 from 262 reviews. It costs $1,808 for the stay ($258 a night) and has free cancellation. Extended Stay America Suites - Phoenix - Scottsdale - Old Town is the budget pick at $518 ($74 a night), rated 6.9 from 298 reviews. Breakfast and free cancellation are included. Being in Old Town Scottsdale puts you within walking distance of galleries, bars and restaurants.
CozySuites at Kierland Commons
$1,124 for 7 nights, two guests · $161 a night
See roomsADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection
$1,808 for 7 nights, two guests · $258 a night
See roomsExtended Stay America Suites - Phoenix - Scottsdale - Old Town
$518 for 7 nights, two guests · $74 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
- 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 Birmingham | Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 6h 6m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,443 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
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What 7 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $730 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (CozySuites at Kierland Commons) | $1,124 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $3,674 |
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: Birmingham to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $365 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $365 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,044 |
| Price checks | 6 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers 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 and you pay in US dollars.
- Phoenix is 1 hour behind Birmingham.
- The flight out leaves BHM at 5:05 AM and lands at PHX at 10:11 AM local time, with one stop and 6h 6m of travel.
- Checked bags aren't in the total: plan on about $160 for two.
- ADERO and Extended Stay America have free cancellation; CozySuites at Kierland Commons does not.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for a week of warm desert weather. The fare is $365 per person, $679 below the typical fare on this route, and it's the lowest fare in 30 days. The tradeoff is one stop and a 5:05 AM departure.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,952 for two, all in: $730 for flights, $1,124 for the hotel and its $98 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. Checked bags (about $160 for two) and spending money are extra. We budget $130 per person a day for spending.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Birmingham to Phoenix, and you pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Normally, highs run 71–81°F and lows sit near 53°F for these dates. These are seasonal averages, not a forecast: they show mostly overcast days, with clear skies on Nov 14 and Nov 20.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes, for a relaxed pace. You'll have time for a sunrise hike, Taliesin West, the Desert Botanical Garden and a spa day, with room left over for downtime.
How long is the flight?
The flight out takes 6h 6m with one stop. It leaves Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM) at 5:05 AM and lands at Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) at 10:11 AM local time.
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