Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Portland.
Every week, there are 34 Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, go for the 00:40 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PDX to MSP flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, so jetting off to Minneapolis (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Delta is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Delta stands out as the most punctual carrier for PDX to MSP flights, with 94.2% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PDX and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
R 1,944 is the lowest price for a one-way Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,101. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from PDX to MSP by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
83% of flights departing from Portland Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from PDX.
Portland Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PDX:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and chase adventure across Minneapolis and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Minneapolis St Paul Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Portland Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PDX to MSP sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
Omaha is another well-known 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.