Travelling from Toronto to Minneapolis: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Minneapolis, there's a range of airports you can start your trip from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main options.
Disembark at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the chief entry point to Minneapolis.
Book a direct Toronto to Minneapolis flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Minneapolis is one hour behind Toronto and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Toronto to Minneapolis is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Take your pick of 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to MSP is the 06:30 Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 19:55 with Air Canada.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Toronto to Minneapolis flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Minneapolis
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Toronto to Minneapolis flights.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Toronto to Minneapolis. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can get a direct flight from Toronto to Minneapolis taking off from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Begin your trip at YYZ and touch down at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Choose from a range of carriers offering direct Toronto to Minneapolis plane tickets with departures from YYZ, including:
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Minneapolis, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
63.97% of flights taking off from Pearson International Airport land at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to Minneapolis, unwind in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 80 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Toronto to Minneapolis flight with time to spare. These hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSP if you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Minneapolis. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and discover Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Toronto to Minneapolis flight.
MSP is situated at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month to travel to Minneapolis. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book a Toronto to Minneapolis ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Minneapolis right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Minneapolis:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are highlights which should be on any good Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Minneapolis, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to tick off its must-visit sights. From Miller Park to Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, head for Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key reasons to visit.
