Flying from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for taking off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), two of the city's main airports.
Approximately 2 hours 57 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour behind Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route. There are 60 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Sun Country Airlines at 20:40. Opt for the first PHL to MSP departure operated by Frontier Airlines at 05:05 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Philadelphia to MSP, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Get to your destination in one go from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Direct flights from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) are available from here.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport out of PHL include:
The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is about 19 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MSP:
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to the centre of Minneapolis is about 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
RM381 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Return flights start from RM798. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Philadelphia to MSP when you book 9 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Minneapolis, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia to MSP, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Minneapolis is to visit its leading attractions. Highlights include Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
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