Minneapolis to Scottsdale (MSP–SCF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Minneapolis to Scottsdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
4 Flights/wk 1,262 mi 2h 39m nonstop -2h behind 64 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSP and SCF, connecting options are available through 64 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to SCF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
64
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
SAF ~5h 4m TUS ~5h 6m PHX ~5h 8m OMA ~5h 20m SAT ~5h 21m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
787
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSP → SCF
47%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
47%
Return
SCF → MSP
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
84%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Scottsdale from Minneapolis

Nearby airports with service to Scottsdale Airport.
Metric MSP→SCF RST→SCF
Distance from MSP – 76 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 4 –
Flight time 2h 39m 3h 41m
Departure OTP 47% –
Rochester (RST) to Scottsdale flights
Airports within 200 miles of MSP with service to Scottsdale Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Scottsdale is 2 hours behind Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · SCF: MST

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 4:00 PM in Scottsdale.
Distance & Flight Time
1,262 mi / 2,030 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 39m to 2h 55m.
Getting to MSP

Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.

Facts

MSP–SCF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Scottsdale route.
Route details
Distance1,262 mi / 2,030 km
Flight time2h 39m to 2h 55m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights4 out / 2 return
1-stop connections64 hubs
Origin: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
Destination: SCF
Full nameScottsdale Airport
IATA / ICAOSCF / KSDL
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Elevation1,510 ft / 460 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSP to SCF flights.
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field to Scottsdale Airport take approximately 2h 39m to 2h 55m. The route covers 1,262 miles.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from MSP to SCF. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAF, TUS, PHX, OMA, SAT, DEN, JAC, DSM, SBD, DFW, AUS, GRR, RST, BZN, PSP, SAN, MDW, MCI, HOU, BIL, YWG, SMF, IAH, MEM, ORD, LAX, YYC, IND, APC, SJC, YYZ, CLE, CMH, STL, ELP, SFO, PIT, SJD, BNA, YEG, IAD, YUL, CLT, PDX, BWI, SRQ, RSW, CHS, PIE, BFI, EWR, TPA, FLL, PBI, BOS, LGA, MIA, SJU, SLC, SNA, LAS, DAL, YVR and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Scottsdale is 2 hours behind Minneapolis.
Yes, return flights from SCF to MSP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include RST. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MSP to SCF

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Scottsdale Airport (SCF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MSP to SCF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSP to SCF ranges from 2 hours 39 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,262 miles (2,030 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

64 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SAF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (RST).