Arizona Per Diem Rates 2026 (GSA FY2027)
The standard FY2027 per diem in Arizona is $113 lodging + $68 M&IE ($181/day); 5 locations have higher rates, up to $282/night in Sedona.
Effective Thu, Oct 1, 2026 to Thu, Sep 30, 2027.
$181
Standard rate per day
$113 lodging + $68 M&IE
5
Listed higher-rate locations
in Arizona
$282
Highest lodging per night
Sedona, Mar 1–Apr 30
$92
Highest M&IE per day
Sedona
Highest lodging rate by Arizona city
Standard rate: $113/night (applies to every city not listed)
- Sedona$282
- Phoenix / Scottsdale$232
- Tucson$208
- Grand Canyon / Flagstaff$152
- Kayenta$147
All Arizona per diem rates (FY2027)
| City | County | Lodging per night | M&IE | First/last day (75%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon / Flagstaff | Coconino / Yavapai less the city of Sedona | Oct 1–Oct 31: $152 Nov 1–Feb 28: $113 Mar 1–Sep 30: $152 | $80 | $60 |
| Kayenta | Navajo | All year: $147 | $74 | $55.50 |
| Phoenix / Scottsdale | Maricopa | Oct 1–Jan 31: $165 Feb 1–Mar 31: $232 Apr 1–May 31: $171 Jun 1–Aug 31: $122 Sep 1–Sep 30: $165 | $86 | $64.50 |
| Sedona | City Limits of Sedona | Oct 1–Dec 31: $220 Jan 1–Feb 28: $172 Mar 1–Apr 30: $282 May 1–Aug 31: $189 Sep 1–Sep 30: $220 | $92 | $69 |
| Tucson | Pima | Oct 1–Dec 31: $154 Jan 1–Mar 31: $208 Apr 1–Sep 30: $154 | $80 | $60 |
Anywhere in Arizona not listed uses the standard rate: $113 lodging + $68 M&IE.
Meals and incidentals (M&IE) in Arizona
| M&IE per day | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Incid. | First/last day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $68 | $16 | $19 | $28 | $5 | $51 |
| $74 | $18 | $20 | $31 | $5 | $55.50 |
| $80 | $20 | $22 | $33 | $5 | $60 |
| $86 | $22 | $23 | $36 | $5 | $64.50 |
| $92 | $23 | $26 | $38 | $5 | $69 |
Calculate your Arizona trip
Arizona (standard rate): 2 nights, 3 travel days
Maximum per diem for this trip
$396
Lodging
$226
Meals and incidentals (M&IE)
$170
First report free: log real expenses next to your per diem and export a PDF or Excel expense report.
Day-by-day breakdown
| Date | Lodging | M&IE | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 9, 2026 | $113 | $51 | First day, 75% M&IE |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | $113 | $68 | Full day, 100% M&IE |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | none | $51 | Last day, 75% M&IE |
| Total | $226 | $170 |
Lodging is the maximum nightly rate for the season that covers each night, not a flat allowance for hotel receipts. M&IE here is $68 per day at Arizona (standard rate): breakfast $16, lunch $19, dinner $28, incidentals $5; first and last day $51.
Arizona per diem FAQ
What is the per diem rate in Arizona for 2026?
For fiscal year 2027 (Oct 1, 2026 to Sep 30, 2027) the standard GSA per diem in Arizona is $113 per night for lodging plus $68 per day for meals and incidentals (M&IE), $181 per day. 5 Arizona locations have a higher listed rate, up to $282 per night in Sedona.
Which Arizona city has the highest per diem?
Sedona (City Limits of Sedona) has the highest listed lodging rate in Arizona: $282 per night from Mar 1 to Apr 30, with $92 per day for M&IE.
How much is per diem for a 3-day trip to Sedona?
A trip with 2 nights and 3 travel days at Sedona, AZ comes to at most $794: lodging 2 x $282 = $564 (the highest seasonal rate; other months are lower), plus M&IE of $92 for the middle day and $69 (75%) for the first and last day. Use the calculator above for exact dates.
Do private employers have to use GSA per diem rates?
No. GSA rates are written for federal travelers; many private employers use them as a benchmark, and your employer's policy decides what applies to you.
Data: GSA FY2027 per diem rates, effective Oct 1, 2026 (public domain; source gsa.gov). Last checked Sat, Oct 31, 2026. Easy Trip Expenses is not affiliated with the GSA. Results are the maximum allowance, not a guarantee of what your employer pays.