Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-6, making Minneapolis two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Flights from LAX to MSP start at 00:45 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 23:59 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 48 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flights.
Your LAX to MSP flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta is your gateway to exploring Minneapolis (and maybe even some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta on this route.
With a reliable 87.17% of services arriving as planned, Delta is the most punctual carrier for LAX to MSP flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Sioux Falls Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
At the moment, R 1,239 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,466. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to MSP, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LAX to MSP.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Book a hotel near MSP if you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Minneapolis St Paul Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to MSP around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
Omaha is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without seeing Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.