Getting To The Grand Canyon South Rim

The entrance to the Grand Canyon South Rim is about 60 miles north of Williams. Arizona and 80 to 90 miles northwest of Flagstaff, Arizona depending upon the route taken. Both are considered as Gateways to the Grand Canyon.

Directions To The South Rim.

From Williams. Take I-40 to Route 64 and head north about 60 miles.

From Flagstaff. There are 3 ways to the South Rim from Flagstaff about 80 miles.

1. Take Highway 180 West to Route 64 and head North.
2. Take I-40 West to Williams. Take Route 64 and head North.
3. Take Highway 89 North to Route 64 West to the Desert View East Entrance.

From Phoenix. Take I-17 North to Flagstaff. Then follow Flagstaff directions. About 230 miles total.

From Sedona. Take Highway 89A North to I-40. Then follow Flagstaff directions. About 119 miles total.

From Las Vegas. Take Highway 93 south to I-40. Take I-40 east to Highway 64. Take Highway 64 north directly to the South Rim. About 278 miles total.

Grand Canyon Airport. The Grand Canyon Airport is just south of the park and has limited service from Las Vegas.

Grand Canyon Map.