Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport.
Flights from MSP to TUS start from 11:15 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 16:41 with Sun Country Airlines. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MSP to TUS flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Tucson (and then exploring more of the United States!) is easy with Delta. This popular airline has direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Delta.
Delta is a leader in on-time performance for MSP to TUS flights, with 86.02% of services landing on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MSP and TUS include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Currently, $284 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $540. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSP to TUS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Finding cheap flights from MSP to TUS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Book a hotel near TUS if you're catching a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Tucson International Airport rental car and discover Tucson and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Tucson International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
The address for TUS is 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Tucson International Airport to central Tucson has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Tucson based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Tucson International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to TUS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tucson. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
Around 434 kilometres east of Tucson, El Paso is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway.

