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Transportation: Getting to the Grand Canyon:
There are several ways to get to the Grand Canyon using one or a combination of the helicopter, airplane, auto, or even Amtrak train options below. Here are some helpful links and information on how to get to the Grand Canyon.
- Fly commercial into Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) on US Airways/America West Airlines from Phoenix (PHX) or private/charter aircraft. The Grand Canyon South Rim is a short 81 mile (130 km) drive from Flagstaff. Flagstaff Puliam Airport is the closest commercial airport to the GrandCanyon and a great choice IF you're flying in from Phoenix or Los Angeles.
- Fly commercial into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and drive 231 miles (372 km) to the South Rim. Sky Harbor is the closest major international airport to the Grand Canyon and the most popular choice for those looking to fly and drive to the Canyon.
- Fly commercial into Las Vegas McCarran International Airport and drive 278 miles (447 km) to the South Rim. Another good choice for those looking to fly into the Grand Canyon.
- Fly private or charter aircraft - including those provided by the many Grand Canyon helicopter tours and air tour companies right here on thecanyon.com - into Grand Canyon Airport (GCN) near Tusayan at the entrance to the South Rim. No commercial airlines fly directly into Grand Canyon Airport.
- Fly private or charter aircraft into Sedona Airport and drive 119 miles (192 km) to the South Rim.
- Drive to the Grand Canyon - see our FAQs for directions from several starting points and the driving distances chart below for more information.
- Shuttle service from Phoenix to Flagstaff and Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Village can be arranged through A Friendly Cab. For other options, check out our website, Flagstaff.com for Flagstaff Shuttles and Transportation.
- Amtrak train service. Click here for information about the Flagstaff Amtrak station and to search rail fares and schedules.
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