Mesa, AZ

united states

Mesa sits 20 miles east of Phoenix in Arizona's Salt River Valley, accessible via Loop 202 and US Route 60. The city spans 138 square miles of Sonoran Desert, with summer temps exceeding 110°F and mild winters perfect for exploring. Long-distance drivers use I-10 or I-17 to reach the area, while locals rely on Main Street, Broadway Road, and the Loop system. Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative to Sky Harbor. The city operates Falcon Field, Arizona's largest municipal airport, hosting over 400 aircraft.