Flying from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) leaving from either of these.
Jump on a direct Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 10 minutes.
Minneapolis is one hour ahead of Phoenix. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), with 68 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from PHX to MSP is the 12:05am American Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 11:59pm with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to MSP, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Going away during a peak time like March? Popular seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) take off from this terminal.
A good selection of airlines at PHX offer direct flights from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. These are some of the go-tos:
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PHX to MSP.
Frontier Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
PHX is about 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Thinking of flying out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)? Direct Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Phoenix to MSP with Sun Country Airlines. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of AZA.
On the AZA to MSP route, Sun Country Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Sun Country Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, with 68.57% of its services landing on schedule.
AZA is around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to MSP flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MSP and get cosy, quick:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport flight.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Getting from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is 78 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 160 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to MSP. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Minneapolis. July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to MSP plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Minneapolis when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Walker Art Centre followed by Minneapolis Institute of Art and Minnehaha Regional Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Minneapolis, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 113 kilometres southeast to Rochester to tick off its must-visit sights. From Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist to Minnesota Children's Museum and The Plummer Building - Mayo Clinic Historical Suite, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres north of Minneapolis, Duluth is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Skyline Parkway, Aerial Lift Bridge and Skyline Scenic Overlook.