Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 8 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Every week, there are ten Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, select the 17:00 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 18:00 with Delta Air Lines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
With 69.49% of services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering MSP to LHR flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MSP and LHR:
Dublin Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
240 € is the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start from 450 €. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSP to LHR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you have a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to LHR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.