Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Edmonton is one hour behind Minneapolis and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Choose from seven weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flights. The 14:00 departure with WestJet is the earliest available. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 20:25.
To ensure you catch your MSP to YEG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
WestJet is your gateway to discovering Edmonton (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is WestJet.
With 67.44% of its services landing as planned, WestJet is the most punctual carrier operating MSP to YEG flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between MSP and YEG include:
Regina International Airport
Denver International Airport
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Right now, R 1,202 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,050. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from MSP to YEG, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from MSP to YEG couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MSP:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're landing on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near YEG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Edmonton International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to the centre of Edmonton has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Edmonton based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edmonton International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to YEG in February. Average temperatures are between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Edmonton, a visit to Calgary will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Canada, consider Saskatoon, about 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre are key highlights.
