Which airline is most reliable for MSP (Minneapolis) to PHX (Phoenix)?

The most reliable airline on the MSP to PHX route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 92%.

How often are flights delayed from MSP to PHX?

About 19% of flights from MSP to PHX experience delays. 81% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on MSP to PHX flights?

When flights from MSP to PHX are delayed, the average delay is approximately 72 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a MSP to PHX flight?

With 81% of MSP to PHX flights arriving on time and an average delay of 72 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at PHX is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

MSP → PHX

MSP (Minneapolis) to PHX (Phoenix)

MSP (Minneapolis) to PHX (Phoenix) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 92%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Southwest Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 92% vs 79% on time.

Airline Comparison

Southwest Airlines leads at 92% on time; American Airlines trails at 79%.

Accurate?

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Departing from MSP

81% on time

Expect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at PHX

82% on time

When flights into PHX are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at PHX: TSA is ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.