Airport Comparison
| MSP | RIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport | Richfield Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | MSP | RIF |
| ICAO Code | KMSP | KRIF |
| City | Minneapolis | Richfield |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 842 ft | 5,318 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.880000, -93.220000 | 38.730000, -112.100000 |
Minneapolis (MSP) to Richfield (RIF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Richfield Municipal Airport (RIF) in Richfield, United States is 1,703 kilometers (1,058 miles / 919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.
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 10:23 in Minneapolis, it's 09:23 in Richfield.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,476 feet between the two airports. Richfield Municipal Airport sits higher than Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Richfield (RIF) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). 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 Richfield Municipal Airport (RIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.