Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Minneapolis is two hours ahead of Portland and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from PDX to MSP start at 00:30 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines. In total, you can choose from 45 weekly Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PDX to MSP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, so jetting to Minneapolis (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Alaska Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 96.26% of services arriving on schedule, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier for PDX to MSP flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PDX and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight is $134. A return plane ticket is currently $287. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PDX to MSP.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PDX to MSP by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that take off from PDX arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near PDX:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Minneapolis and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to central Minneapolis has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to MSP sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Minneapolis, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to tick off its top attractions. From Miller Park to Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Omaha is another essential stop in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without seeing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
