($618+) Oklahoma City, OK to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Oklahoma City, OK to Phoenix, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 958-mile move from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Phoenix, Arizona, with prices running from $2,019 - $8,330. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $290 - $1,936 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Oklahoma City and Phoenix are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Oklahoma City movers tend to run around $298 as a base rate plus $105/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Oklahoma City to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,019 - $5,028
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,625 - $6,157
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,007 - $8,330

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Oklahoma City to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Oklahoma City, OK to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 47% of Oklahoma City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Phoenix, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Oklahoma City to Phoenix?

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Oklahoma City, OK to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,154 and $3,870. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Oklahoma City typically runs around $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Oklahoma City to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,154 - $2,120
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,499 - $2,830
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,980 - $3,870

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Oklahoma City, OK and Phoenix, AZ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $678 in Oklahoma City, OK, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $145 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Oklahoma City to Phoenix?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Oklahoma City, OK to Phoenix, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 958 miles from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Phoenix, Arizona, running $618 - $1,710. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $295 - $337
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Oklahoma City daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Oklahoma City to Phoenix based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $618 - $1,183
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $668 - $1,363
• 4+ bedrooms: $820 - $1,710

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $295 - $337 for the 958-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for about 5 hours typically costs around $678.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 958-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $145 per night, adding $290 - $436 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $48 and $290.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Oklahoma City to Phoenix?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Oklahoma City, OK to Phoenix, AZ

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Phoenix, Arizona. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,187 and $2,217.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Oklahoma City to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,018 - $1,926
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,187 - $2,217
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,600 - $3,156

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $678.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $73 and $145 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Oklahoma City to Phoenix?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Oklahoma City, OK vs Phoenix, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Phoenix, side by side with Oklahoma City on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Oklahoma City, OK, to Phoenix, AZ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,019 - $8,330 on the 958-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,154 - $3,870 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $618 - $1,710 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,625 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Phoenix tend to point to beautiful nature and bountiful arts and recreational activities, though extreme weather and tourists come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include the State of Arizona and Walmart, Inc..