Flying from Istanbul to Minneapolis: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Minneapolis.
Hop off the plane at Minneapolis's chief entry point, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is eight hours behind Istanbul.
To ensure you catch your Istanbul to Minneapolis flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Minneapolis
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Istanbul to Minneapolis flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Istanbul to Minneapolis throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to Minneapolis by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Istanbul to Minneapolis flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Istanbul to Minneapolis flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to Minneapolis or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your Istanbul to Minneapolis flight with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). A main stopover between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Minneapolis, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
SAW is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Minneapolis, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is approximately 13 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Minneapolis. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Minneapolis and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month to visit Minneapolis. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book an Istanbul to Minneapolis ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Minneapolis, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are major attractions which should be on every Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
