Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Minneapolis.
Flights from MSP to MIA start from 06:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:38 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, there are 22 weekly Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MSP to MIA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport. When you're ready to start your Miami adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of the United States:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Delta.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates MSP to MIA flights. An exceptional 86.78% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSP and MIA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nashville Airport
Asheville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
Currently, R 1,342 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,665. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSP to MIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights departing from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MSP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Book a hotel close to MIA if you're taking a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Miami International Airport rental car and discover Miami and beyond with your own wheels. A&G Car Rental, MLC and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Miami International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
From Miami International Airport, Miami is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Miami in September.
The warmest month in Miami is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Miami International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to MIA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Tampa is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Miami. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Orlando, about 338 kilometres north of Miami. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world are key reasons to visit.