Travelling from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) taking off from either of these.
Book a direct flight from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 26 minutes.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Dallas.
The most popular route is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), with 90 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DFW to MSP is the 06:00 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:55 with Sun Country Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Dallas to MSP. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) can be booked from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport departing from DFW. Book your journey with one of these:
DFW is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to central Minneapolis is about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
$111 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Return flights start from $243. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Minneapolis, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from Dallas to MSP, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
After locking in your flight from Dallas to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are essential stops on your Minneapolis itinerary.
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