Travelling from New York to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Minneapolis jetting off from either of these.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the major arrival point in Minneapolis.
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to Minneapolis flight.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is one hour behind New York.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 24 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from New York to Minneapolis is with Delta Air Lines at 18:30. Choose the first JFK to MSP departure with Delta Air Lines at 07:05 to fit in more activities on your first day in Minneapolis.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your New York to Minneapolis flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Minneapolis
Currently, £65 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Minneapolis. The cheapest price for a return flight is £131. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap New York to Minneapolis flights, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from New York to Minneapolis. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from New York to Minneapolis by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' New York to Minneapolis flights.
Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can get a direct flight from New York to Minneapolis leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Start your trip at JFK and end it at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct New York to Minneapolis plane tickets from JFK.
JFK is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Minneapolis, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
74.1% of flights leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can take a nonstop flight from New York to Minneapolis out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Begin your travels at EWR and step off the plane at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
You can take your pick of airlines offering direct New York to Minneapolis plane tickets from EWR. Take off with any of these carriers and head straight to your destination:
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Minneapolis:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Minneapolis leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Reserve a ticket and travel nonstop to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Get set for takeoff with Delta Air Lines. It offers direct New York to Minneapolis plane tickets from LGA.
The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Minneapolis flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a dependable starting point for your journey.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is approximately 13 kms (8 miles). It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MSP:
Pick up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead of your New York to Minneapolis flight.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from New York to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month to visit Minneapolis. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your New York to Minneapolis tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Minneapolis, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are attractions you won't want to skip in Minneapolis.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 300 miles south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another well-known destination in United States and is around 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.