How far is Tucson International Airport, AZ from Sasabe, AZ?
The driving distance from Tucson International Airport, AZ to Sasabe, AZ is about 68.8 miles (110.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place in Pima County, Arizona, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tucson International Airport and Sasabe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tucson International Airport and Sasabe.
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Start on South Tucson Boulevard
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Tucson Boulevard
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Turn left onto East Valencia Road
13.8 mi · 25 min · East Valencia Road
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Turn left onto West Ajo Highway
9.4 mi · 11 min · West Ajo Highway
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Turn left onto South Sasabe Road
44.6 mi · 1 hr 8 min · South Sasabe Road
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0 m · 1 sec · South Sasabe Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tucson International Airport and Sasabe.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Sasabe Road
Turn left onto South Sasabe Road
44.6 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tucson International Airport and Partly Cloudy near Sasabe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tucson International Airport to Sasabe?
The road trip is about 68.8 miles (110.8 km) and usually takes 01h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Three Points is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Tucson International Airport and 34.4 miles from Sasabe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:54 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.59 one way or $21.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tucson International Airport and Partly Cloudy near Sasabe.
Stop Ideas Near Three Points
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tucson International Airport and Sasabe. Straight-line distance: 55.87 mi (89.92 km).
#1 Tucson International Airport
Airport in Tucson, Arizona, United States
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.1161900, -110.9417600 |
| Altitude | 792 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sasabe
Situated in the high Sonoran Desert of southwestern Pima County at an elevation of 3,530 feet, this rural locality lies in the Altar Valley immediately north of the Mexico border.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.4887000, -111.5420500 |
| Altitude | 1076 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sasabe (-111.54205, 31.4887)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.36 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.71 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| Diesel | $6.28 | $15.25 | $30.50 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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