Direct (nonstop) flights from Mesa to Minneapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 1,268 miles (2,040 km), about 3h 3m in the air. Operated by Sun Country Airlines.

AZA
Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport
🇺🇸 Mesa, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
3h 3m
Distance
1,268 mi
2,040 km
CO₂/pax
214 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Sun Country Airlines
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
AZA → MSP
Flight Time
3h 3m
Distance
1,268 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mesa to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 214 kg CO₂ per passenger

AZA FSD (Sioux Falls) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 39m (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (196 mi) Total: ~3h 49m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AZA → FSD
2h 39m · 1,072 mi
View AZA to FSD flights →
Leg 2
FSD → MSP
1h 10m · 196 mi
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AZA COS (Colorado Springs) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 40m (543 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (725 mi) Total: ~3h 51m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AZA → COS
1h 40m · 543 mi
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Leg 2
COS → MSP
2h 11m · 725 mi
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AZA RAP (Rapid City) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 15m (872 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (490 mi) Total: ~3h 52m 🍃 277 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AZA → RAP
2h 15m · 872 mi
View AZA to RAP flights →
Leg 2
RAP → MSP
1h 37m · 490 mi
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AZA ICT (Wichita) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 5m (855 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (544 mi) Total: ~3h 52m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AZA → ICT
2h 5m · 855 mi
View AZA to ICT flights →
Leg 2
ICT → MSP
1h 47m · 544 mi
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AZA OMA (Omaha) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 33m (1,025 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (282 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AZA → OMA
2h 33m · 1,025 mi
View AZA to OMA flights →
Leg 2
OMA → MSP
1h 20m · 282 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mesa to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Mesa (AZA) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 3 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 1,268 miles (2,040 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mesa to Minneapolis?

Just Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mesa to Minneapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Sun Country Airlines.

How far is Mesa from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Mesa to Minneapolis is 1,268 miles (2,040 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Mesa to Minneapolis?

At 3h 3m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mesa to Minneapolis?

Roughly 214 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,070 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Mesa also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mesa to Minneapolis?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.