DRF
Kenai
United States
4,172 km
2,592 miles
PHX
Phoenix
United States
Distance
4,172 km
2,592 mi / 2,253 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Anchorage
Heading
118°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

DRF PHX
Airport Name Drift River Airport Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA Code DRF PHX
ICAO Code 3AK5 KPHX
City Kenai Phoenix
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Phoenix
Elevation 30 ft 1,135 ft
Coordinates 60.590000, -152.160000 33.430000, -112.010000

Kenai (DRF) to Phoenix (PHX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drift River Airport (DRF) in Kenai, United States to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 4,172 kilometers (2,592 miles / 2,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 05:18 in Kenai, it's 07:18 in Phoenix.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,105 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Drift River Airport.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Kenai (DRF) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Drift River Airport (DRF) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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