Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 4 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix.
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located. Phoenix operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most traveled route, with 100 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MSP to PHX is with Delta at 22:05. Go for the first departure with Sun Country Airlines at 05:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from MSP to Phoenix. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Phoenix are available for booking. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll be touching down.
Direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix are offered by a good range of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
Once you've booked flight tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MSP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Phoenix
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix is C$67. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$156. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSP to Phoenix, reserve your journey 9 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to the centre of Phoenix is around 33 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 54 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SCF:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. Once you've disembarked your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix, it'll take you around 11 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 34 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near PHX. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from MSP to Phoenix at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Phoenix
Visit Phoenix during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Or, book your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MSP to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Phoenix
After locking in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top attractions which should feature on every Phoenix itinerary.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Phoenix and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Phoenix.
