The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) in Ruidoso, United States is 1,651 kilometers (1,026 miles / 891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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 09:50 in Minneapolis, it's 08:50 in Ruidoso.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,972 feet between the two airports. Sierra Blanca Regional 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 Ruidoso (RUI) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 36° (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 Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.