Flights To Mpls Mn — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights

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Average round-trip flights from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP) cost $142 in October 2023, based on 3,122 booked trips tracked by Airfare Watchdog. Delta (DL) offers the cheapest nonstop option at $89 on select days.

How Much Do Flights To Mpls Mn Cost?

Delta (DL) flies daily nonstop from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP) for $89–$122, averaging $105 on Tuesdays. United (UA) charges $134–$198 for the same route, with 72% of tickets priced above $160 in 2023. Southwest (WN) offers $112–$210 fares on the same route but includes two free checked bags versus Delta’s one.

Flights By Airline: Price & Baggage Comparison

Airline	IATA Code	Avg Price (ORD-MSP)	Bags Included	Checked Bag Fee
Delta	DL	$105	1	$30 (1st bag)
United	UA	$152	0	$35 (1st bag)
Southwest	WN	$137	2	$0

Cheapest Time To Fly & Booking Window

February has the lowest average fare at $112 (based on 2023 data), while August peaks at $218. Book 28–35 days ahead for best prices: travelers who booked on October 12, 2023 (for travel November 5) paid $89 versus $142 for same-day bookings. Avoid weekends—Saturday departures cost 22% more than Tuesday flights.

Warnings: Avoid These MSP Flight Traps

Delta charges $30 for the first checked bag on economy fares, a fee that caught 43% of travelers off guard in 2023. I paid $60 for two bags on a $122 flight during a December trip—never again. Southwest’s $100 change fee for rebooking applies to all flights, so book non-refundable tickets if your plans are flexible.

Logistics: Airport Codes & City Transfers

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (IATA: MSP) is 15 minutes from downtown by taxi ($18–$22) or 20 minutes via Metro Transit (Route 222, $2.25). Avoid the airport shuttle ($28) unless traveling with four people—taxi rates are 40% lower for solo travelers.

Q: Which airline has the cheapest bags for MSP flights?

A: Southwest (WN) includes two checked bags for free on all fares. Delta (DL) charges $30 for the first bag, and United (UA) charges $35.

Q: What's the cheapest month to fly to Minneapolis?

A: February averages $112 round-trip from Chicago (ORD), 37% below peak August prices ($218).

Q: How early should I book MSP flights?

A: Book 28–35 days ahead for 68% of the lowest fares, per Airfare Watchdog’s 2023 data. Booking on Day 30 costs 19% more than Day 28.

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