MSP
Minneapolis
United States
3,954 km
2,457 miles
MTX
Fairbanks
United States
Distance
3,954 km
2,457 mi / 2,135 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Chicago
Heading
323°
northwest

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MSP MTX
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Metro Field
IATA Code MSP MTX
ICAO Code KMSP KMTF
City Minneapolis Fairbanks
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Anchorage
Elevation 842 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 64.810000, -147.760000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Fairbanks (MTX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States is 3,954 kilometers (2,457 miles / 2,135 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 16:15 in Minneapolis, it's 13:15 in Fairbanks. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fairbanks (MTX) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 97° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Metro Field (MTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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