Travelling from Chicago to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Minneapolis departing from either of these.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is where your flight will arrive in Minneapolis.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Chicago to Minneapolis flight.
Chicago and Minneapolis share the same timezone, UTC-5.
The most popular route for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Choose from 128 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from ORD to MSP is the 06:00 Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 22:29 with American Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Chicago to Minneapolis flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Minneapolis
R 801 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Minneapolis. Return flights start from R 1,602. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap Chicago to Minneapolis flights, book your trip two months before your departure.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Depart from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) on a nonstop flight from Chicago to Minneapolis. From ORD, you can fly directly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Choose from a range of airlines offering direct Chicago to Minneapolis plane tickets with departures from ORD, including:
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Minneapolis or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Minneapolis out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Begin your travels at MDW and step off the plane at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Book a direct Chicago to Minneapolis plane ticket with Delta Air Lines. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of MDW.
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Minneapolis:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Minneapolis. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Minneapolis flight.
MSP is situated at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month to visit Minneapolis. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Chicago to Minneapolis ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Minneapolis in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Minneapolis right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just two of the big attractions to add to your Minneapolis travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, consider Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are among its highlights.
