Minneapolis to Phoenix flights
Direct and connecting flights from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Minneapolis to Phoenix take?
Flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to Phoenix (PHX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to Phoenix?
Airline availability for MSP to PHX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Minneapolis to Phoenix?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MSP to PHX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- Frontier Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
- Southwest Airlines5-yr attributed events: 40Last 90 days: none recorded
- Sun Country Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Sun Country Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MSP → PHX
MSP to PHX is a medium-haul route of 2,051 km (1,274 mi). See the return PHX → MSP route.
Alternative airports near Minneapolis: St. Paul (STP) — 14 km, Eden Prairie (FCM) — 19 km, Saint Cloud (STC) — 99 km.
Alternative airports near Phoenix: Scottsdale (SCF) — 23 km, Mesa (MSC) — 26 km, Phoenix (DVT) — 29 km.