Travelling from Orlando to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Minneapolis departing from either of these.
When it comes to where you'll disembark, Minneapolis's major arrival point is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Orlando to Minneapolis flight.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, making Minneapolis one hour behind Orlando.
The busiest route for flights from Orlando to Minneapolis is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). You can select from 46 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCO to MSP is the 06:00 Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:35 with Sun Country Airlines.
To ensure you don't miss your Orlando to Minneapolis flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Minneapolis
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Minneapolis is R 1,460. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,904. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap Orlando to Minneapolis flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Orlando to Minneapolis. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Jet off from Orlando International Airport (MCO) on a nonstop flight from Orlando to Minneapolis. From MCO, you can land directly at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
These are some of the major carriers offering direct Orlando to Minneapolis plane tickets from MCO:
Central Orlando to MCO is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Orlando to Minneapolis? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
Of the departures from Orlando International Airport, 78.28% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from Orlando to Minneapolis. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Orlando to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month for a trip to Minneapolis. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Orlando to Minneapolis ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Minneapolis right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Orlando to Minneapolis:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Minneapolis, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to tick off its top sights. From Miller Park to Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key reasons to visit.
