A Travel Price Comparison for United States of America Chicago vs. Phoenix for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

• Chicago Prices
  USA Prices
  Phoenix Prices
  USA Prices
• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
  Chicago $279
  Phoenix $238

The average daily cost (per person) in Chicago is $279, while the average daily cost in Phoenix is $238. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Chicago and Phoenix in more detail.

Accommodation

• Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
  Chicago $194
  Phoenix $144
• Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
  Chicago $388
  Phoenix $288

Compare Hotels in Chicago and Phoenix

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Local Transportation

• Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
  Chicago $37
  Phoenix $39

Typical Local Transportation prices in Chicago

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chicago:

• Parking
  $19
• Taxi Ride
  $10
• Taxi from Airport
  $45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chicago

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chicago:

• From Chicago to O'Hare Airport Private Sedan Transfer: $200
• Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD): Private Transfer to Chicago: $186
• Executive Airport transfer Sedan: $141
• Transfer in private vehicle from Chicago Airport (ORD) -Chicago City: $138
• Private Transfer in Chicago (ORD/MDW): $130
• Private Departure Transfer to Chicago Airports (ORD)(MDW): $90
• Private Arrival Transfer from Chicago Airports (ORD) (MDW): $90
• Private one-way airport transfer O'Hare Airport to/from Chicago : $79
• From/to Chicago O´Hare International Airport: Private Round Trip Transfer: $69
• Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Round-Trip Transfer: $56
• Airport transfer between Chicago O'Hare and Milwaukee: $36
• Chicago O´Hare International Airport Private Transfer One-Way: $27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Phoenix

Also for Phoenix, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

• Departure Private Transfer to Phoenix Airport PHX by Business or Luxury Vehicle: $109
• Phoenix International Airport (PHX) - Private transfer From/to Hotels: $118
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) to Phoenix - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $115
• One-Way Transfer Sky Harbor Airport to Phoenix: $104
• Private Arrival Transfer from Phoenix Airport (PHX): $48
• Private Transfer From Hotels To Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport PHX : $39

Is it cheaper to fly into Chicago or Phoenix?

Prices for flights to both Phoenix and Chicago change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.

Food

• Food Meals for one day
  Chicago $46
  Phoenix $52

Typical Food prices in Chicago

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Chicago:

• Dinner for 1
  $24
• Dinner for 3
  $118

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chicago

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Chicago.

• Downtown Chicago Walking Pizza Tour: $55
• Downtown Pizza Guided Walking Tour with Tastings: $58
• Chicago Food Tour: Deep Roots to Deep Dish: $69
• Chicago West Loop Pizza Crawl: $69
• Chicago Small Group Food Tour: $71
• Chicago Pizza Tour: $75
• Secret Food Tour: $75
• Downtown Family Food Tour by Bike with Sightseeing: $80
• Lake Michigan Gourmet Brunch/Lunch/Dinner Cruise: $82
• Private Indian-Mexican Fusion Cooking Class with a Modern Cook in Chicago: $84
• Lake Michigan Buffet Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise: $85
• Chicago Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $88

Typical Food prices in Phoenix

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Phoenix:

• Nice Lunch (for 2)
  $36
• Indian Food Dinner (for 2)
  $32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Phoenix

For Phoenix, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

• Awesome French Crêpes Cooking Class: $75
• Old Town Scottsdale Food Tour: $95
• Scottsdale Waterfront Food Tour: $95

Entertainment

• Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
  Chicago $43
  Phoenix $40

Typical Entertainment prices in Chicago

Here are a few typical costs in Chicago for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:

• Sears Tower (family of 4)
  $102
• Aquarium for 4
  $118
• Water Taxi (family of 4)
  $22
• IMAX Movie for Two
  $35
• Shakespeare Play (2)
  $116
• Art Institute (2)
  $36
• U-Boat Tour (2)
  $8.00

Tours and Activities in Chicago

Here are a few actual costs in Chicago for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

• Field Museum of Natural History Early Access Ticket : $68
• Windy City Ghosts: Hauntings of Chicago By US Ghost Adventures: $30
• 2-Hour Chicago Lakefront and Museum Campus Segway Tour: $69
• 2-Hour Chicago Wine and Cheese Cruise : $65
• 2-Hour Guided Segway Tour of Chicago: $65
• 2-Hour Haunted Segway Tour of Chicago: $76
• 3 Hours Chicago Architecture Tour - Skyscrapers and Photo Ops: $135
• 360 Chicago Observation Deck Sip and View Ticket: $43
• 45-Minute Chicago River Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile: $27
• 6-Hour Chicago City Tour by SUV: $1,200
• 90-Minute Chicago River Architecture Tour: $42
• African American Heritage Tour of Chicago : $125

Tours and Activities in Phoenix

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Phoenix.

• SEA LIFE Aquarium Arizona Admission Ticket: $18
• Phoenix Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
• Private Treasure Island Escape Room Experience in Avondale : $24
• The Scottsdale Selfie Experience: $25
• RoRo Street Art Tour in Phoenix: $27
• LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona Admission Ticket: $29
• Phoenix Ghosts: Phantoms, Psychopaths, & Poltergeists Tour: $30
• Arizona Cardinals Football Game Ticket at State Farm Stadium: $31
• Ghosts & Poltergeists Guided Haunted Walking Tour: $32
• Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket: $38
• Phoenix Zoo: One Day General Admission Ticket: $38
• Urban Adventure Quest Scavenger Hunt in Phoenix: $44

For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Free Things to Do in Chicago, Chicago Bucket List: The Best Places to See, and The Best Museums in Chicago.

Alcohol

• Alcohol Drinks for one day
  Chicago $25
  Phoenix $17

Sample the Local Flavors in Chicago

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Chicago:

• Haunted Chicago Ghost and Pub Walking Tour: $36
• Chicago Local Brewery Expedition with Homemade Guacamole: $54
• Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour: $100
• Craft Brewery Tour by Barrel Bus: $100

Sample the Local Flavors in Phoenix

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Phoenix:

• Party Bike Pub Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale: $59
• Verde Valley Wine Tasting From Scottsdale: $199
• Stretch Limo Party Cart - Custom Bar Crawls, Wine Tastings, Night Clubs & More: $589

• Summer Average Temperatures July
  Chicago 77°F (25°C) 
  Phoenix 98°F (36°C)

• Autumn Average Temperatures October
  Chicago 56°F (14°C) 
  Phoenix 79°F (26°C)

• Winter Average Temperatures January
  Chicago 25°F (-4°C) 
  Phoenix 58°F (14°C)

• Spring Average Temperatures April
  Chicago 52°F (11°C) 
  Phoenix 74°F (23°C)