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Today’s best flight deals from Kansas City to Minneapolis

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October 19 - October 20

Cheapest

MCI - Minneapolis

$258

$201

Round trip

October 21 - November 11

MCI - Minneapolis

$228

$222

Round trip

October 21 - October 28

MCI - Minneapolis

$252

$222

Round trip

October 27 - November 11

MCI - Minneapolis

$233

$222

Round trip

October 27 - October 28

MCI - Minneapolis

$260

$222

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October 21 - November 18

MCI - Minneapolis

$228

$222

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October 27 - November 18

MCI - Minneapolis

$231

$222

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November 4 - November 11

Best

MCI - Minneapolis

$277

$230

Round trip

October 14 - October 20

MCI - Minneapolis

$252

$231

Round trip

July 22 - July 29

Earliest

MCI - Minneapolis

$226

$233

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis

A typical journey from Kansas City to Minneapolis takes about 8h 7m, including connections. Given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop, this duration accounts for the layovers and transfers you might encounter. If you are looking for cheap flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis, understanding the total travel time can help in planning your trip effectively.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis, fares are typically $429–$429, with a median of $429. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.
The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis is typically in January or March, when median fares are around $279. August also offers more competitive pricing, with a median fare of $397. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices compared to the overall median.
Most itineraries from Kansas City to Minneapolis are connecting flights. In fact, most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical number of 2 connections for those that are not direct. There are currently no direct flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis, so all travelers should anticipate at least one stop on their journey.
The distance between Kansas City and Minneapolis is 633 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively short journey typically within the same region or country.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Regular price: $210 - $309

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Kansas City International to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International is typically between $210 and $309. The current lowest deal is $201 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 20.

now $201

Low $210

High $309

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to MSP is January, with a median price of $279. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $429. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $279

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $429

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Direct flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis

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Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Minneapolis

Frontier Airlines

Kansas City (MCI) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$248

$297

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Minneapolis

Frontier Airlines

Kansas City (MCI) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$246

$240

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Minneapolis

Frontier Airlines

Kansas City (MCI) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$244

$275

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Minneapolis

Frontier Airlines

Kansas City (MCI) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$242

$276

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Minneapolis

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Kansas City (MCI) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$147

$340

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Minneapolis

Frontier Airlines

Kansas City (MCI) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$241

$270

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis

4 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 30

$339  →  $235

31%

3 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 31

$339  →  $259

24%

1 night

Aug 30 - Aug 31

$342  →  $266

22%

2 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 7

$344  →  $268

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Kansas City - Minneapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Kansas City to Minneapolis are near the typical level at $429.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January, March, and August offer lower median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 8h 7m

Flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 8h 7m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with 1349 deals historically involving stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers direct deals

Deutsche Luft Hansa has offered direct deals on the Kansas City to Minneapolis route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International offers a convenient departure point for flights to Minneapolis.

📍 ~23 km from Kansas City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$201

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Kansas City.

📍 ~14 km from Minneapolis city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$201

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Rochester International (RST)

Rochester International can be a reliable alternative for domestic connections, despite fewer direct destinations.

📍 ~135 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

Duluth International (DLH)

Duluth International is a major regional hub with consistent daily service, offering good availability of premium cabin classes.

📍 ~250 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$310

Sioux Falls Regional (FSD)

Cheapest

Sioux Falls Regional is a large regional airport that often serves as a price-competitive alternative for travelers.

📍 ~290 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$274

St. Cloud Regional (STC)

St. Cloud Regional is geographically the closest alternative, convenient for travelers on the northwest side of the metro area.

📍 ~100 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$471

Dane County Regional (MSN)

Dane County Regional is a highly rated regional airport with excellent reliability and service levels, including premium cabin classes.

📍 ~380 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$287

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$709

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$709

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$1,354

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67% AI deal score

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$765

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$2,340

$1,689

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$2,432

$1,702

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$709

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48% AI deal score

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47% AI deal score

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$2,111

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$2,239

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$2,239

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance is often recommended, but the optimal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Weekday bookings sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide additional flight options and potentially different prices. While not always necessary, it may be a strategy to explore if you are looking for more choices. Always consider the extra travel time and cost to reach alternative airports.