Minneapolis to Phoenix Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.82/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.79/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

Late spring seasonal demand uptick combined with modest fuel cost increases and typical post-holiday capacity tightening. May 2026 typically sees pre-summer freight acceleration.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Minneapolis-Phoenix is a well-traveled corridor with consistent carrier availability, though capacity tightens slightly as regional produce and consumer goods shipments increase heading into summer.