Phoenix & Scottsdale from Minneapolis, 14 – 21 Nov: £1,183 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- £60 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Orange Tree Resort, rated 9.1 by 285 guests
- Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 10h 20m in all.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
When we checked, a round trip from Minneapolis to Phoenix & Scottsdale cost $165 per person, or $329 for two, for Nov 14–21, 2026. That's 7 nights on F9, with one stop, and a nonstop on SY was $185 per person. Expect typical highs of 71–81°F with lows near 53°F, and the best-value hotel, Orange Tree Resort, comes to $1,241 for the stay.
The total, before you go
£1,183 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £248 |
| Orange Tree Resort, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £935 |
| The total, before you go | £1,183 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £181 |
£60 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £45 each way per bag on Frontier, £181 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£124 per person, return
£248 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 10h 20m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 2:33 PM – Sat, Nov 14, 8:54 PM · back Sat, Nov 21, 2:06 PM – Sat, Nov 21, 6:05 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | £124 | 1 stop | 10h 20m |
| Sun Country | £139 | nonstop | 6h 20m |
| Frontier | £130 | 1 stop | 13h 16m |
Prices checked 12 Oct 2026, 20:09 GMT-5. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $165 per person round trip, this fare is $80 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. That's a 33% gap across the 12 offers we checked. In 4 checks over the last 30 days, the lowest fare on this route was $163, so this one sits close to that low. Prices include taxes and fees as of when we checked, and they can change. Mid-November lands after the summer heat, which runs June through September, and before the February and March peak resort rates. Typical highs are 71–81°F and lows are near 53°F, so you get cool mornings for trails and warm afternoons for everything else. Our budget for two comes to $3,391. That covers $330 in flights, $1,241 for 7 nights at Orange Tree Resort and $1,820 in spending money, which works out to $130 per person a day.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert week that leans toward wellness and food. Sunrise hikes, spa time, garden walks and dinners in Old Town Scottsdale set the pace, with bars after dark if you want them. It suits a couple who wants a slow warm-weather reset, or friends who'd split their days between trails and patios. Seven nights leaves room for lazy afternoons without feeling rushed.
Weather in Phoenix & Scottsdale, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 71–81°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 81 °F | 54 °F | Clear |
| Sun 15 Nov | 79 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 16 Nov | 72 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 17 Nov | 74 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Wed 18 Nov | 71 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Thu 19 Nov | 72 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 20 Nov | 72 °F | 50 °F | Clear |
| Sat 21 Nov | 75 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Phoenix & Scottsdale
For value, go with Orange Tree Resort in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale. It's $1,241 for the stay, or $177 a night, for a One-Bedroom Suite, and it scores 9.1 from 285 reviews. Heads-up: it's room only, with no free cancellation. ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection is the top-rated pick at 9.4 from 261 reviews. It runs $1,808, or $258 a night, for a Standard Room with 1 King, and free cancellation is included. On a budget, Extended Stay America Suites - Phoenix - Scottsdale - Old Town is $518, or $74 a night, for a Queen Studio with breakfast and free cancellation, and it scores 6.9 from 298 reviews. It sits in Old Town Scottsdale, where galleries, bars and restaurants are all walkable. Paradise Valley is the quieter choice, with secluded resorts beneath Camelback Mountain.
Orange Tree Resort
£935 for 7 nights, two guests · £133 a night
See roomsADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection
£1,363 for 7 nights, two guests · £194 a night
See roomsExtended Stay America Suites - Phoenix - Scottsdale - Old Town
£390 for 7 nights, two guests · £56 a night
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Where in Phoenix & Scottsdale
- Old Town Scottsdale: Walkable galleries, bars and restaurants with resort-style hotels nearby.
- North Scottsdale: Large desert resorts, golf and spas.
- Paradise Valley: Secluded luxury resorts beneath Camelback Mountain.
- Downtown Phoenix: Arts district, sports arenas and lower rates.
- Tempe: Lakeside hotels near the university and the airport.
What to do in Phoenix & Scottsdale
- Hike Camelback Mountain or Piestewa Peak at sunrise, when lows sit near 53°F
- Tour Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West
- Walk the Desert Botanical Garden on one of the cooler 71°F to 72°F days
- Spend a spa day at a Sonoran Desert resort
- Take a hot-air balloon ride over the desert
Also worth it
- Catch spring training baseball in the Cactus League
Tours and tickets in Phoenix & Scottsdale
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Minneapolis | Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Phoenix & Scottsdale | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) |
| Flight time | 10h 20m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,270 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
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What 7 nights in Phoenix & Scottsdale costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £249 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Orange Tree Resort) | £935 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £1,372 |
| Total for two | £2,556 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Minneapolis to Phoenix & Scottsdale
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £124 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £123 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Phoenix & Scottsdale.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed for this domestic trip, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- Phoenix is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
- The F9 fare leaves MSP at 2:33 PM on Saturday, Nov 14 and lands at PHX at 8:54 PM with one stop. The listed flight time is 10h 20m.
- The return leaves on Saturday, Nov 21 at 2:06 PM and lands at 6:05 PM.
- Cactus League spring training happens in February and March, so you won't catch it on a November trip.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $165 per person round trip on F9, which is $329 for two with taxes and fees included. A nonstop on SY was $185 per person. Fares can change after we check.
Is there a nonstop?
Yes. The SY option leaves at 3:30 PM and lands at 5:51 PM on Nov 14. It costs $185 per person, $20 more than the one-stop F9 fare.
What's the weather like in mid-November?
Typical highs run 71–81°F with lows near 53°F, and most days in the normals are overcast. Bring a light layer for the mornings.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from MSP to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), and you'll pay in US dollars.
What does the whole week cost for two?
Our budget comes to $3,391 for two. That's $330 for flights, $1,241 for 7 nights at Orange Tree Resort and $1,820 for spending, at $130 per person a day.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes, for a relaxed pace. A week fits a sunrise hike, Taliesin West, the Desert Botanical Garden, a spa day and a balloon ride, with free afternoons left over.
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