Charter Minneapolis to Phoenix privately from US$28,500, about 2h 58m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Minneapolis (MSP) to Phoenix (PHX) and Phoenix to Minneapolis — timed and priced alike.
Minneapolis and Phoenix lie approximately 2,051 km apart (1,275 mi / 1,108 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Minneapolis to Phoenix (and Phoenix to Minneapolis) ranges from US$28,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$78,500 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 58m | 2h 40m – 3h 16m | US$41,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 45m | 2h 29m – 3h 02m | US$56,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 58m | US$41,000 – US$57,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 56m | US$45,000 – US$63,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 49m | US$49,000 – US$69,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 45m | US$56,000 – US$78,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 45m | US$61,500 – US$86,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 49m | US$67,000 – US$94,000 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Minneapolis–Phoenix charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Minneapolis, United States: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field, Flying Cloud Airport, Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport, New Richmond Regional Airport and L O Simenstad Municipal Airport.
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 14:00 UTC.
Minneapolis→Phoenix runs about 18 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Fri is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis → Phoenix | 127 | 174 min | 141 min | Cessna Citation XLS (29), Gulfstream 5 (20), Cessna Citation Latitude (10), Embraer Praetor 600 (7) |
| Phoenix → Minneapolis | 41 | 156 min | — | Gulfstream 5 (7), Cessna Citation XLS (6), Embraer Phenom 300 (3), Cessna Citation Latitude (3) |
168 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMSP / MSP | KPHX / PHX |
| Longest hard runway | 11,006 ft | 11,489 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 841 ft | 1,135 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (6,491 ft, 14 km) · Flying Cloud Airport (5,001 ft, 19 km) · Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · New Richmond Regional Airport (5,507 ft, 61 km) · Scottsdale Airport (8,249 ft, 23 km) · Mesa Gateway Airport (10,401 ft, 36 km) · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (8,196 ft, 29 km) · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (8,500 ft, 34 km)
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Minneapolis–Phoenix quote requests within 60 minutes.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Minneapolis–Phoenix sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 2,051 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
The Minneapolis to Phoenix route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$28,500 – US$78,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 58m airborne across the 2,051 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Minneapolis–Phoenix departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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