How far is Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ from Phoenix, AZ?
The driving distance from Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ to Phoenix, AZ is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9 miles (14.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A census-designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ahwatukee Foothills and Phoenix.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ahwatukee Foothills and Phoenix.
-
1
Start on South Iroquois Drive
954 ft · 35 sec · South Iroquois Drive
-
2
Turn right onto East Pawnee Circle
57 m · 12 sec · East Pawnee Circle
-
3
Turn left onto South 48th Street
2043 ft · 44 sec · South 48th Street
-
4
Turn right onto East Elliot Road
2905 ft · 1 min · East Elliot Road
-
5
Turn left onto I 10 West: Phoenix
2056 ft · 52 sec
-
6
Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway
7.5 mi · 9 min · Maricopa Freeway
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Maricopa Freeway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Maricopa Freeway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward 7th Street, Central Avenue
1081 ft · 26 sec
-
9
Turn straight onto East Maricopa Freeway
41 m · 3 sec · East Maricopa Freeway
-
10
Turn right onto South 7th Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South 7th Street
-
11
Turn left onto East Washington Street
2758 ft · 2 min · East Washington Street
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ahwatukee Foothills and Phoenix.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Maricopa Freeway
Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway
7.55 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Ahwatukee Foothills and Sunny near Phoenix.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ahwatukee Foothills to Phoenix?
The road trip is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tempe Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Ahwatukee Foothills and 6.6 miles from Phoenix.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9 miles (14.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.15 one way or $4.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ahwatukee Foothills and Sunny near Phoenix.
Stop Ideas Near Tempe Junction
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Mastro's City Hall
The Phoenix Police Museum
Tempe Economic Development
Tempe City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tempe Junction.
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona
Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ahwatukee Foothills and Phoenix. Straight-line distance: 9.02 mi (14.51 km).
#1 Ahwatukee Foothills
Situated in Maricopa County at an elevation of approximately 1,283 feet, this urban village of Phoenix lies at the southern base of South Mountain Park and Preserve.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.3417100, -111.9840300 |
| Altitude | 391 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Phoenix
The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,708,127 |
| Coordinates | 33.4483800, -112.0740400 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Washington Street (-112.074064, 33.448223)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arizona · Oct 15, 2026