How far is Rio Rico, AZ from Mesa, AZ?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rio Rico and Mesa is 143.53 miles (230.99 km).
Flight distance from Rio Rico, AZ to Mesa, AZ is 143.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Rio Rico to Mesa with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rio Rico, Arizona to Mesa, Arizona is: 171.23 miles (275.57 km) by car.
Driving from Rio Rico to Mesa will take approximately 02 hours 46 minutes.
#1 Rio Rico
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°28'17"N 110°58'35"W |
| Latitude | 31.4714800 |
| Longitude | -110.9764800 |
| Altitude | 1061 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mesa
The fourth most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Mesa metropolitan area. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Mesa is known for its desert climate, its Hispanic culture, and its many attractions, such as the Mesa Arts Center and the Mesa Community College.
| Population | 528159 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°25'20"N 111°49'22"W |
| Latitude | 33.4222700 |
| Longitude | -111.8226400 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Mesa: East University Drive (-111.82264,33.422353)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rio Rico and Mesa
The distance between Rio Rico and Mesa is 276 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 03 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Rio Rico and Mesa. The current time is 19:34:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 42 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 16 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.87 liters (6.04 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rio Rico and Mesa.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rio Rico to Mesa is $24.78 (diesel $28.28).
Arizona gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.1 | $4.43 | $4.72 | $4.68 |
| Total | $24.78 | $26.77 | $28.49 | $28.28 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Arizona ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.101 (Diesel $4.680) /gallon. Last changed prices on January 11, 2026.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rio Rico and Mesa (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Deer Valley, AZ to Rio Rico 192.77 miles (310 km)
Driving distance from Tempe Junction, AZ to Rio Rico 163.88 miles (264 km)
