Phoenix & Scottsdale from Indianapolis, Nov 5–9: $1,225 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $240 per person, $38 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs 77–82°F, lows near 54°F for Nov 5–9
- La Quinta scores 8.3 from 1,061 reviews, with breakfast and free cancellation
The catch: The $240 fare has one stop and takes 10h 44m, landing at 12:42 AM, and a checked bag is about $240 for two.
Worth it if you'll trade a long travel day for desert sun and a lower fare; skip it if you need a nonstop.
Worth it if you don't mind a long travel day: $1,225 for two, all in, is the Frontier flights at $480 plus 4 nights at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale at $745, taxes and fees included. The trip runs Nov 5–9, 2026, and the outbound Frontier flight from Indianapolis isn't nonstop: it has one stop and takes 10h 44m. A checked bag, any resort fee and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$1,225 for two · 4 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $480 |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale, 4 nights, two guests, taxes in | $745 |
| The total, before you go | $1,225 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$38 per person below the typical fare on this route.
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
$240 per person, round trip
$480 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 10h 44m
Out Thu, Nov 5, 3:58 PM – Fri, Nov 6, 12:42 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $240 | 1 stop | 10h 44m |
| Southwest | $337 | nonstop | 4h |
| Frontier | $270 | 1 stop | 6h 56m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 5:35 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $240 per person, this Frontier fare is $38 below the typical fare on this route. That's 14% under the typical $278, and it's the lowest fare in 30 days. Across 12 offers we saw fares from $240 to $392. For two people, the flights plus 4 nights at the best-value hotel come to $1,225 with taxes and fees included. A checked bag, any resort fee and spending money are extra. Early November is a good time for the desert. Typical highs run 77–82°F with lows near 54°F, so the summer heat is over and the February and March peak resort rates haven't started yet. Mornings work for hiking and afternoons work for the pool. 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 sunny desert reset for two: sunrise hikes, a garden walk, a spa afternoon and dinner out in Old Town Scottsdale. It suits couples or friends who want warm, dry-feeling days and a mix of nature, food and a little nightlife. The pace is up to you, busy at sunrise and slow by the pool. Breakfast comes with all three hotels, so mornings are easy.
Weather in Phoenix & Scottsdale, Nov 5–9
Typical highs 77–82°F, lows near 54°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 5 | 81 °F | 53 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 82 °F | 55 °F | Clear |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 80 °F | 55 °F | Clear |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 79 °F | 53 °F | Clear |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 77 °F | 53 °F | Clear |
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 $745 for the 4 nights ($186 a night), rated 8.3 from 1,061 reviews, with breakfast and free cancellation, and it's the hotel in the $1,225 total. North Scottsdale is the side for big desert resorts, golf and spas. The top-rated option is Sonesta ES Suites Scottsdale Paradise Valley at $842 for the stay ($211 a night), rated 8.7 from 492 reviews. It has a studio suite with a king bed and breakfast, but no free cancellation. To walk to galleries, bars and restaurants, pick Best Western Plus Sundial in Old Town Scottsdale. It's $916 for the stay ($229 a night), rated 8.5 from 429 reviews, with breakfast included and no free cancellation.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
$745 for 4 nights, two guests · $186 a night
See roomsSonesta ES Suites Scottsdale Paradise Valley
$842 for 4 nights, two guests · $211 a night
See roomsBest Western Plus Sundial
$916 for 4 nights, two guests · $229 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 among the cactus
- Spend a spa day at a Sonoran Desert resort
- Take a hot-air balloon ride over the desert
- Spend an evening on the walkable galleries, bars and restaurants of Old Town Scottsdale
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 Indianapolis | Indianapolis International (IND) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 10h 44m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,487 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
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What 4 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $480 |
| Hotel, 4 nights (La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale) | $745 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 4 days for two | $1,040 |
| Total for two | $2,265 |
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: Indianapolis to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $240 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $240 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $278 |
| 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 the currency is the US dollar.
- Phoenix is 2 hours behind Indianapolis.
- The $240 Frontier fare leaves IND at 3:58 PM on Thursday, Nov 5, makes one stop and lands at PHX at 12:42 AM.
- Prices include taxes and fees. A checked bag (about $240 for two), any resort fee and spending money aren't in the $1,225.
- Only La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale offers free cancellation; the other two hotels don't.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it if you can handle one stop. The fare is $240 per person, $38 below the typical $278, and it's the lowest in 30 days. Typical highs for the dates are 77–82°F. If a 10h 44m travel day with a 12:42 AM landing sounds rough, look at the nonstop below.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,225 with taxes and fees included: $480 for two Frontier round-trip fares plus $745 for 4 nights at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale. A checked bag (about $240 for two) and any resort fee are extra. Add $1,040 of spending money, which is $130 per person a day, and our full budget is $2,265.
Is there a nonstop?
Yes. We found a Southwest nonstop at $337 per person, which is $674 for two. It leaves at 5:00 AM on Nov 5 and lands at 7:00 AM, a 4h trip that gives you most of your first day in Phoenix.
What is the weather like?
These are seasonal normals, not a forecast: highs of 77–82°F and lows near 54°F. Nov 5 shows overcast and the rest of the trip shows clear. That's comfortable for sunrise hikes and warm enough for the pool in the afternoon.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Indianapolis to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), and you'll pay in US dollars. Set your watch back 2 hours when you land.
Is 4 nights enough?
For a reset, yes. On the Frontier fare you land at 12:42 AM on Nov 6, so count Nov 5 as a travel day. That leaves Nov 6, 7 and 8 for hikes, Taliesin West and a spa day, and Nov 9 for the trip home.
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