Phoenix & Scottsdale from Houston, Nov 14–21: $1,253 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Frontier, 3h 6m
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale, rated 8.3 by 1,063 guests
- Free cancellation at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
The catch: A checked bag, seat picks and any resort fee are extra: they are not in the total.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
When we checked, nonstop round-trip flights on Frontier from Houston to Phoenix & Scottsdale were $128 per person, or $256 for two, for Nov 14–21, 2026. That's 7 nights, and typical highs run 71–81°F. Our best-value hotel, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale, came to $997 for the stay with breakfast.
The total, before you go
$1,253 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $256 |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $997 |
| The total, before you go | $1,253 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); 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
$128 per person, round trip
$256 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 3h 6m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 11:39 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 1:45 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $128 | nonstop | 3h 6m |
| Frontier | $139 | 1 stop | 11h 16m |
| Frontier | $139 | 1 stop | 11h 23m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 10:04 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $128 per person round trip, or $256 for two. That's $3 under $131, the median of the 6 earlier checks we ran on this route. A 2% gap makes it a fair price, not a steal. The bigger win is the schedule: a single nonstop leg of 3h 6m that leaves Houston at 11:39 AM and lands in Phoenix at 1:45 PM. Mid-November is a good time to go. Highs typically run 71–81°F with lows near 53°F, so midday hikes and patio dinners are comfortable. You also miss the summer heat and the peak resort rates of February and March. A week leaves room for a sunrise climb, a garden walk, a spa afternoon and slow evenings in Old Town. Prices were all-in when we checked and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert and wellness week with good food and an easy nightlife option. Days are for trails, gardens and pool time, and evenings are for Old Town bars and restaurants. It suits couples who want sun without beach crowds, and friends who like a morning hike and a long dinner. The pace is relaxed: one plan a day, plenty of downtime, and no need to rush with 7 nights.
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
Our best-value pick is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale in North Scottsdale. It's $997 for the 7 nights ($142 a night) with breakfast and free cancellation, and it has an 8.3 review score from 1,063 reviews. North Scottsdale is the area for large desert resorts, golf and spas. Our top-rated pick is ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection, which scores 9.4 from 262 reviews. It's $1,808 for the stay ($258 a night), room only, with free cancellation. For a tighter budget, Extended Stay America Suites - Phoenix - Scottsdale - Old Town is $518 for the week ($74 a night) with breakfast and free cancellation. Its 6.9 score is lower, but it puts you in Old Town Scottsdale, where you can walk to galleries, bars and restaurants.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
$997 for 7 nights, two guests · $142 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
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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 midday warmth sets in.
- Tour Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West, his desert home and studio in Scottsdale.
- Walk the Desert Botanical Garden for cactus and Sonoran Desert plants up close.
- Spend a spa day at a Sonoran Desert resort, a good use of an overcast afternoon.
- Take a hot-air balloon ride over the desert for a wide view of the valley.
- Finish an evening in Old Town Scottsdale among its galleries, bars and restaurants.
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 Houston | George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), William P. Hobby (HOU) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 3h 6m nonstop |
| Distance | 1,006 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
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What 7 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $256 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale) | $997 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $3,073 |
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: Houston to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $128 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $108 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $131 |
| 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 runs 1 hour behind Houston on these dates, so you gain an hour on arrival.
- The outbound flight is nonstop from George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX): 1,006 miles in 3h 6m.
- All three hotels we found offered free cancellation. La Quinta and Extended Stay America include breakfast, and ADERO is room only.
- Our rough budget for two comes to $3,073: $256 for flights, $997 for the hotel and $1,820 for spending at $130 per person a day.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $128 per person round trip, or $256 for two, nonstop on Frontier. That's all-in with taxes and fees as of when we checked, and $3 under $131, the median of our earlier checks on this route. Fares can change.
What time does the flight leave?
The outbound leaves Houston IAH at 11:39 AM on Saturday, Nov 14 and lands at Phoenix PHX at 1:45 PM local time. Return flight times weren't listed in the data we have, so check them before you book.
Do I need a passport?
No. Phoenix and Scottsdale are in the United States, so a passport isn't required and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
For Nov 14–21, 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 sitting outside.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes, it's plenty for a relaxed pace. You'll have time for a sunrise hike, Taliesin West, the Desert Botanical Garden, a spa day and several nights out in Old Town Scottsdale, with time left over to do nothing.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
Our rough estimate is $3,073 for two: $256 for flights, $997 for 7 nights at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale and $1,820 for spending. Choosing the $518 Extended Stay America option brings that down.
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