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Before you go
Your trip to Flagstaff.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Flagstaff – Arizona Destination Grand Canyon and northern Arizona about 235 km from Phoenix
How to get there
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Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) 7 km
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Flagstaff Amtrak Station 1 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) has regional flights. The larger airports are in Phoenix, about two and a half hours via I-17, and in Las Vegas, about four hours away. The long-distance train between Chicago and Los Angeles stops at the downtown station.
How many days
One day is enough for downtown, the Lowell Observatory and Walnut Canyon. Many travelers use Flagstaff as a base for two or three nights to visit the Grand Canyon and Sedona.
When to go
From May to October days are usually pleasant, with afternoon storms from July to September. In winter the town often has snow and cold, and the Arizona Snowbowl ski area operates on the nearby peaks.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
For downtown, no: you can walk and there are city buses. For Walnut Canyon, the Grand Canyon and Sedona, a car is the most practical option.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Flagstaff
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Morning
Walnut Canyon
Go early to Walnut Canyon, east of town, and descend the trail that circles the rock island and passes the Sinagua people’s cliff dwellings on the slopes.
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Afternoon
Historic downtown
Walk through the historic downtown, between the train station and the old Route 66 brick buildings. Have lunch and enjoy the shops and cafés.
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Evening
Lowell Observatory
Climb Mars Hill to the Lowell Observatory and join a telescope viewing session if the sky is clear.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Flagstaff a good base for the Grand Canyon?
Yes. The south rim is about an hour and a half by car, and the town has more lodging and restaurant options than the park entrance. It’s also less than an hour from Sedona.
What time zone is Flagstaff in?
Flagstaff follows Arizona time: UTC-7 year-round, with no daylight saving time.
Does it snow in Flagstaff?
Yes. At about 2,100 meters elevation, the town commonly gets snow from November to March. roads in the region may require chains or specific tires on stormy days.
What to do in Flagstaff?
Visit the Lowell Observatory, hike in Walnut Canyon, see the Museum of Northern Arizona, stroll downtown along historic Route 66 and, in winter, ski at Arizona Snowbowl.