Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis.
Minneapolis and San Antonio (where San Antonio International Airport is located) are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route, with 19 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SAT to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 18:45. Choose the first departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SAT to Minneapolis flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis ticket. Start your trip at SAT and arrive at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis.
SAT is about 13 kilometres from central San Antonio. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near SAT? If you've booked an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
San Antonio International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that take off from SAT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Minneapolis
The best price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis flight is R 1,375. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,399. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SAT to Minneapolis.
The best month for finding cheap San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to MSP if you're coming in on a late flight from San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis. Select one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SAT to Minneapolis can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Minneapolis in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book a San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAT to Minneapolis in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Minneapolis
Once you've booked your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Minneapolis, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Walker Art Centre are just two of the big attractions to add to your Minneapolis to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Omaha, about 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are among the biggest draws.
