Airport Comparison
| EIL | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eielson Afb Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | EIL | MSP |
| ICAO Code | PAEI | KMSP |
| City | Fairbanks | Minneapolis |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 548 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.670000, -147.100000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Fairbanks (EIL) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eielson Afb Airport (EIL) in Fairbanks, United States to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 3,921 kilometers (2,437 miles / 2,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 98°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 11:26 in Fairbanks, it's 14:26 in Minneapolis. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Fairbanks (EIL) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Eielson Afb Airport (EIL) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.