Travelling from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP): What you need to know
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) taking off from here.
The average time for a direct Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport flight is 6 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Reykjavik. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis.
Choose from 8 direct flights a week between Keflavik Airport (KEF) and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). This is the most popular route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 9:30am departure from KEF to MSP.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to MSP.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
You can hop on a direct flight from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) out of Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Icelandair is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport taking off from KEF.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between KEF and MSP is Flugfélag Íslands.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Flugfélag Íslands. Its services land as scheduled 76.32% of the time.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Reykjavik to MSP leaving from Keflavik Airport (KEF), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Keflavik Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Keflavik Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Reykjavik to MSP flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport:
Flights from Reykjavik Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81% of them arriving as planned.
About Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider booking a hotel near MSP if you're catching a late flight from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Getting from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
The centre of Minneapolis is around 11 kilometres from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is 339 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 536 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to MSP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). Visit Minneapolis in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Reykjavik to MSP plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Minnehaha Regional Park are leading attractions which should feature on any good Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Minneapolis, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 113 kilometres southeast to Rochester to check off its popular sights. From Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist to Minnesota Children's Museum and The Plummer Building - Mayo Clinic Historical Suite, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Duluth, about 225 kilometres north of Minneapolis. Skyline Parkway, Aerial Lift Bridge and Skyline Scenic Overlook are the start of reasons to visit.