Flying from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): What you need to know
Minneapolis's main airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out your departure options from here when booking your flights from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
The average duration of a direct Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Minneapolis and Austin (where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The busiest route is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), with 31 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from MSP to AUS is the 7am Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 8:15pm with Delta Air Lines.
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 on time to catch your flight from Minneapolis to AUS.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) leave from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport departing from MSP. Book your journey with one of these:
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from MSP to AUS.
Among carriers on this route, Delta Air Lines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AUS instead:
Grab an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and explore Austin and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight.
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to central Austin is around 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes around 3 hours 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Currently, RM260 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM632. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Minneapolis to AUS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Visit Austin in April for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Minneapolis to AUS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Austin to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Austin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Austin right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport:
Your Austin visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Explore more of the United States
Austin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres east of Austin, a trip to Houston will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston.
San Antonio is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. No journey is complete without experiencing The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.