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July 14 - July 22

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MDW - Minneapolis

$169

$109

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July 14 - July 21

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MDW - Minneapolis

$172

$109

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July 7 - July 8

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MDW - Minneapolis

$182

$109

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July 15 - July 22

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MDW - Minneapolis

$172

$109

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July 21 - July 29

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MDW - Minneapolis

$165

$109

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July 15 - July 21

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ORD - Minneapolis

$129

$109

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July 22 - July 28

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MDW - Minneapolis

$168

$109

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August 5 - August 11

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ORD - Minneapolis

$152

$109

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August 4 - August 11

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MDW - Minneapolis

$142

$109

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August 19 - August 26

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ORD - Minneapolis

$156

$109

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

The journey from Chicago to Minneapolis covers a distance of 537 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This makes it a convenient option for quick trips between the two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Minneapolis, fares typically range from $69–$158, with a median price of $138. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis? The most affordable months to fly are November, with a median fare of $79, followed by October and August, both with median fares of $89. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route are non-stop, with 87% of recent fares being direct flights from Chicago to Minneapolis. This high percentage of direct options means you can often find a straightforward journey without layovers.

A typical journey from Chicago to Minneapolis takes about 1h 46m. Since almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects the actual flight time between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Minneapolis

Regular price: $135 - $208

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis is between $135 and $208. The current lowest deal is $109 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Jul 14-Jul 22.

now $109

Low $135

High $208

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis is November, with a median price of $79. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $178. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

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Cheapest

Flights from $79

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $178

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Direct flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Minneapolis

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Minneapolis

Chicago (MDW) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$380

$280

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Minneapolis

Chicago (MDW) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$326

$240

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Minneapolis

Chicago (ORD) - Minneapolis (MSP)

United Airlines

$133

$123

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Minneapolis

Chicago (ORD) - Minneapolis (MSP)

American Airlines

$141

$123

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Minneapolis

Chicago (ORD) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$140

$137

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Minneapolis

Chicago (MDW) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Southwest Airlines

$182

$109

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$308 → $187

39%

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

$301 → $185

39%

1 night

Nov 9 - Nov 10

$311 → $196

37%

7 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 16

$219 → $109

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis

Chicago - Minneapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Chicago to Minneapolis are near the typical level of $138.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $79

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis, with a median price of $79.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 46m

The typical direct flight duration from Chicago to Minneapolis is 1 hour and 46 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

87% of deals are for direct flights

Historically, 87% of deals for this route are for direct flights, with frequent daily deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to Minneapolis, with recent deals available.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 12% of the time

Historically, good prices for this route are available 12% of the time over a 90-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International offers a convenient departure point for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$109

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International provides an alternative departure option for your trip to Minneapolis.

📍 ~110 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$335

O Hare International (ORD)

O Hare International is a major hub for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$109

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Minneapolis.

📍 ~15 km from Minneapolis city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Rochester International (RST)

Rochester International offers a reliable alternative for domestic connections, though with fewer direct destinations.

📍 ~140 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$248

Duluth International (DLH)

Duluth International is a major regional hub with consistent daily service, but winter weather can impact travel.

📍 ~230 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$250

Sioux Falls Regional (FSD)

Sioux Falls Regional is a large regional airport with competitive prices, but requires a 3-hour drive.

📍 ~350 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

St. Cloud Regional (STC)

St. Cloud Regional is the closest alternative, but has a very limited commercial flight schedule.

📍 ~100 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$423

Dane County Regional (MSN)

Cheapest

Dane County Regional offers excellent reliability and service, but involves a long driving distance.

📍 ~390 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Minneapolis

44% AI deal score

$522

From ORD

Elite

Nov 06

Minneapolis, United States

41% AI deal score

$599

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

Historically, the best time to book flights from Chicago to Minneapolis is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $181. Booking within 14-27 days of departure typically sees an average price of $261. For travelers booking 7-13 days out, the average price rises to $328. Waiting until 0-6 days before departure usually results in the highest average price of $850.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Minneapolis is considered to be $69 or less. The median price for this route was $138. Fares around $158 represent the 75th percentile of prices observed in the trailing 90 days. Travelers can use these benchmarks to identify favorable deals.

Historically, November has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis, with a median price of $79. October and August also show favorable median prices at $89 each. The annual median price for this route is $138 across the trailing 270 days. These months typically offer more budget-friendly options for travelers.

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Minneapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis

Direct flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Minneapolis

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis

Chicago - Minneapolis route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $79

Direct flights average 1h 46m

87% of deals are for direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Good prices are available 12% of the time

Chicago main airports to depart from

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Minneapolis

Best Elite deals to Minneapolis

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