Jet charter Phoenix to Minneapolis
A jet charter Phoenix to Minneapolis spans 1,107 nautical miles. A light jet covers the 1,274 statute miles nonstop in about 3 hours. This page covers aircraft, airports, timing and what moves the quote.
- 1,107 nm1,274 statute miles
- 3h 00mlight jet flight time
- $11,500–$17,500one-way estimate
Phoenix to Minneapolis private jet prices by aircraft
Flying private from Phoenix to Minneapolis is 1,107 nautical miles, about 3h 00m on a light jet, with a one-way estimate of $11,500–$17,500.Five classes work the Phoenix to Minneapolis route, and every one flies it nonstop. The figures below are estimate ranges for the whole aircraft, not per seat, and they move with fuel, crew availability and lead time. Times are in the air only.
| Aircraft class | Flight time | Est. one-way | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 4h 10m | $9,000–$14,500 | Nonstop |
| Light jet | 3h 00m | $11,500–$17,500 | Best fit |
| Midsize jet | 2h 57m | $15,500–$23,000 | Nonstop |
| Super-midsize jet | 2h 46m | $20,000–$27,500 | Nonstop |
| Heavy jet | 2h 46m | $26,500–$40,000 | Nonstop |
Estimates per aircraft, not per seat, before federal excise tax and segment fees. Duration covers taxi, climb and descent.
How a light jet suits this trip
For 1,107 nautical miles, a light jet is the sensible default. The Citation CJ4 Gen2 carries up to 7 passengers at 451 knots and has range to spare; the HondaJet Elite II seats 5 and still flies the leg nonstop. Estimates run from $11,500 to $17,500 for about 3 hours in the air. You are not buying speed here, you are buying nonstop.
A midsize jet trims the clock to roughly 2 hours 57 minutes for $15,500 to $23,000, which matters if cabin room and luggage volume beat price. Super-midsize and heavy jets both come in near 2 hours 46 minutes at $20,000 to $27,500 and $26,500 to $40,000. A turboprop is the cheapest jet charter option at $9,000 to $14,500 but stretches the flight to 4 hours 10 minutes, and on this distance many travelers find the extra time is not worth the saving.
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
- 7 seats
- 451 kt cruise
- 2,165 nm range
4 ft 9 in tall, 17 ft 4 in long cabin. 71 cu ft for bags.
Embraer Phenom 300E
- 7 seats
- 464 kt cruise
- 2,010 nm range
4 ft 11 in tall, 17 ft 2 in long cabin. 84 cu ft for bags.
Leaving Phoenix
Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) has an 8,196-foot runway and handles most of the Valley's general aviation traffic, so light and midsize jets depart from there often. Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX), with an 11,489-foot runway, sees the larger cabin aircraft. A light jet leaves Deer Valley nonstop and lands in Minneapolis about 3 hours later, which keeps the ground work short at both ends.
When your departure window matches a meeting rather than a round hour, the schedule holds better. Phoenix traffic on the Loop 101 and Interstate 17 can eat 20 minutes you did not plan for. If you are flying in summer, let the operator know your luggage weight early, since heat thins the air and affects how the aircraft climbs out.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Flying in from Phoenix, you have four Minneapolis airports to choose from depending on where you are headed. Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP) has an 11,006-foot runway and sits closest to downtown for many travelers. Flying Cloud (FCM) in Eden Prairie is the busiest reliever on the west side with a 5,001-foot runway. Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (STP) puts you across the river from downtown Saint Paul, and Anoka County-Blaine (KANE) serves the north metro. All four Minneapolis airports accept private jets, and the right one depends on aircraft size, since the shortest runway among them is 5,000 feet.
Most Phoenix arrivals land at Flying Cloud or MSP within minutes of a downtown address. If your final stop is a Vikings game at U.S. Bank Stadium, a Mayo Clinic appointment in Rochester, or a cabin on the North Shore, say so when you book. The airport choice changes the drive time more than the flight time does, and on a leg this long the ground side is where the day is won or lost.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Deer Valley Airport | KDVT / DVT | 8,196 ft |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | KPHX / PHX | 11,489 ft |
| Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field | KSTP / STP | 6,491 ft |
| Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | KMSP / MSP | 11,006 ft |
| Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport | KANE | 5,000 ft |
| Flying Cloud Airport | KFCM / FCM | 5,001 ft |
When Minneapolis flights get busy
Demand on the Phoenix to Minneapolis route peaks in two windows, the winter snowbird season when Minnesota travelers head south, and the summer months when Phoenix residents escape the heat. Holiday weeks around Thanksgiving and Christmas are the tightest of all. Book 2 to 3 weeks out in peak season if you want a specific light jet, and expect the top of the estimate range when you book inside a week.
Return legs deserve planning too. Empty legs back to Phoenix pop up when an operator repositions, and they can cut the price sharply, but they are not something you can schedule around. If your trip has fixed dates, book both directions together and lock the aircraft. If your dates are soft, ask what is available one way and compare it against the round-trip figure.
Private jet routes similar to Phoenix to Minneapolis
Across these 6 private jet routes, distance runs 869 to 1,333 nautical miles; one-way light jet estimates span $9,000 to $25,000.
Route FAQ
How far is jet charter Phoenix to Minneapolis?
The route is 1,107 nautical miles, or about 1,274 statute miles. That puts it in the half-continent band, long enough that a turboprop needs 4 hours 10 minutes but short enough that every jet class on the list flies it nonstop. No fuel stop is required at any class level, so a light jet handles it comfortably.
What is jet charter Phoenix to Minneapolis cost?
Light jet estimates run from $11,500 to $17,500 for the whole aircraft. A midsize jet runs $15,500 to $23,000, a super-midsize $20,000 to $27,500, and a heavy jet $26,500 to $40,000. A turboprop is the low end at $9,000 to $14,500. All figures are estimates and depend on fuel, crew and lead time.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Minneapolis by private jet?
About 3 hours in a light jet, 2 hours 57 minutes in a midsize, and 2 hours 46 minutes in a super-midsize or heavy jet. A turboprop takes 4 hours 10 minutes. These are times in the air; add taxi and ramp time at each end, which usually runs 15 to 20 minutes apiece depending on which Minneapolis airport you use.
Which Minneapolis airports serve private jets from Phoenix?
Four: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP) with an 11,006-foot runway, Flying Cloud (FCM) at 5,001 feet, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (STP) at 6,491 feet, and Anoka County-Blaine (KANE) at 5,000 feet. MSP and Flying Cloud handle most of the traffic from Phoenix, but all four are open to private aircraft.
Can I do a same-day round trip from Phoenix?
Yes, and this route suits it. A light jet flies the leg in about 3 hours each way, so an early departure from Phoenix puts you in Minneapolis before midday and an afternoon return gets you home the same evening. Expect to pay for crew duty time on both legs, and confirm the return slot when you book.
Can I book a one-way charter from Phoenix to Minneapolis?
Yes. One-way charters are common on this route, and the estimate ranges shown apply to the one-way leg. A one-way often costs more than half of a round trip because the aircraft may need to reposition, but an empty-leg flight can change that math if your dates are flexible. Ask what is moving back toward Phoenix.