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What is the closest major airport to Safford and Thatcher, AZ?

The closest major commercial airports are Tucson International Airport (TUS), roughly 125 miles away, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), about 160 miles away. For private aviation, the Safford Regional Airport (SAD) handles charter and general aviation aircraft right in the heart of the valley.

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