Flying from New York to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from New York to Minneapolis. Explore your options for setting off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), two of the city's main airports.
Come in for landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). This is how most airline passengers arrive in Minneapolis.
The average length of a direct New York to Minneapolis flight is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Minneapolis is one hour behind New York and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 24 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from New York to Minneapolis is with Delta Air Lines at 19:00. Choose the first JFK to MSP departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 06:15 to make the most of your arrival in Minneapolis.
To ensure you make it on your New York to Minneapolis flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Minneapolis
Currently, 63 € 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 104 €. 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.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can catch a direct flight from New York to Minneapolis leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Start your trip at JFK and come in for landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct New York to Minneapolis plane tickets leaving from JFK.
Located around 19 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Minneapolis or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can catch a direct flight from New York to Minneapolis departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Start your trip at EWR and come in for landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
EWR has a variety of airlines that offer direct New York to Minneapolis plane tickets. Select your favourite seat with any of these carriers:
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from New York to Minneapolis? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) offers direct flights from New York to Minneapolis. Your trip from LGA will have you landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Get ready to jet away with Delta Air Lines. It offers direct New York to Minneapolis plane tickets from LGA.
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Minneapolis flight:
LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from New York to Minneapolis. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and see more of Minneapolis and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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
After booking your flight from New York to Minneapolis, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Minneapolis itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
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 483 kilometres 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 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.