Airport Comparison
| GCN | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | GCN | MSP |
| ICAO Code | KGCN | KMSP |
| City | Grand Canyon | Minneapolis |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,609 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.950000, -112.150000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Grand Canyon (GCN) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) in Grand Canyon, United States to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 1,878 kilometers (1,167 miles / 1,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 20:46 in Grand Canyon, it's 21:46 in Minneapolis.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,767 feet between the two airports. Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport sits lower than Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Grand Canyon (GCN) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.