Distance from Phoenix to Rochester by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Rochester (MN) is 1280 miles or 2059 kilometers or 1111 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Rochester is 1608 miles (2589 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 328 miles or 530 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Rochester, MN in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Rochester is 1280 miles or 2059 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Rochester, is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport / Wold-Chamberlain Field (MSP).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Rochester?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Rochester, MN is 2 hours 56 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Rochester Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Rochester, MN
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Rochester, MN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Rochester, Minnesota is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Rochester, MN

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Rochester, Minnesota is 1608 miles or 2589 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Rochester, MN is 1608 miles or 2589 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Rochester, Minnesota.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Rochester, Minnesota is approximately 1608 miles (2589 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 29 to 30 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Rochester, MN

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Rochester, MN?
The total driving time is 29 hours, 39 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Rochester take?
Phoenix and Rochester are 29 hours 39 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Rochester

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Rochester (MN) is 1 Hours.
Rochester time is 1 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Rochester
2025-12-19, 12:01:58 MST2025-12-19, 13:01:58 CST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Rochester Minnesota, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Rochester, MN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1608 mi 2589 km 1396.39 nmi
Straight line distance 1280 mi 2059 km 1111 nmi
Difference 328 mi 530 km 285 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Rochester Details

Rochester is located in Minnesota, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 44° 1' 17.9'' Longitude: W 92° 28' 11.6''
Latitude44.02163
Longitude-92.4699
StateMinnesota
Nearest airports to Rochester

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Rochester, MN
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 53 hours 56 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 40 hours 27 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 35 hours 57 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 32 hours 21 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 29 hours 25 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 26 hours 58 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 24 hours 53 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 23 hours 6 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 21 hours 34 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 20 hours 13 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 19 hours 2 minutes