Flying from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Saskatoon, where Saskatoon International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). There are five services every week between these two airports. WestJet offers a 07:10 departure between YXE and MSP.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YXE to Minneapolis flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis ticket. Start your journey at YXE and arrive at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Book your favourite seat with WestJet. This airline operates direct flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis.
YXE is around 3 kilometres from central Saskatoon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near YXE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Saskatoon International Airport, data shows 59.44% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Minneapolis
The best price we've seen for a one-way Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis flight is 88 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 151 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YXE to Minneapolis.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
Explore without limits with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and see more of Minneapolis and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from YXE to Minneapolis.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Visit Minneapolis during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YXE to Minneapolis in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Minneapolis, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are top attractions which should be on every Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep you on the go. Start with leading 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 trip is complete without experiencing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.