Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Minneapolis and Chicago are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
Each week, there are 135 Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MSP to ORD flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
There are plenty of direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, so getting to Chicago (and then exploring more of the United States!) is simple. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
United is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that operates MSP to ORD flights, with 70.92% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MSP and ORD:
Grand Rapids Airport
Madison Airport
Cedar Rapids Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
50 € is the best price for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start at 100 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSP to ORD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to Minneapolis St Paul Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MSP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Reserve a hotel near ORD if you have a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chicago. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSP to ORD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
