Are there direct flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available from Indianapolis to Minneapolis. Historically, approximately 75.3% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers.

How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Minneapolis?

The direct flight from Indianapolis to Minneapolis typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 808 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a median duration of 3 hours and 44 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time, with direct flights being considerably faster.

How often do Indianapolis to Minneapolis flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Indianapolis to Minneapolis route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for lower fares. The pricing trends across the trailing 30 days suggest that this route is one where price fluctuations are common.

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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-27
IND - Minneapolis
42% AI deal score
$125
$175
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2026-08-16 – 2026-08-27
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2026-08-23 – 2026-08-27
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2026-08-10 – 2026-08-27
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2026-09-14 – 2026-09-17
IND - Minneapolis
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2026-09-21 – 2026-10-03
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Indianapolis to Minneapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

For cheap flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $99. Other budget-friendly options include May and April, both with median fares of $158. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Fares for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis typically range from $178 to $218, with a median price of $198. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When flying from Indianapolis to Minneapolis, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights accounting for 75.3% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Indianapolis to Minneapolis takes approximately 3h 20m, including any connections. This route covers a distance of 808 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Regular price: $99 - $251

Prices for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis is between $99 and $251. The current lowest deal is $174 with Sun Country Airlines for travel from Aug 17-Aug 27.

now $174

Low $99

High $251

The cheapest time to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis is November, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1982. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $99

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,982

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$396

$295

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$409

$315

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$394

$352

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$405

$380

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$191

$218

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$139

$218

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$396 → $295

26%

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$409 → $315

23%

4 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 23

$275 → $202

27%

1 night

Aug 16 - Aug 17

$283 → $212

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Indianapolis - Minneapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Indianapolis to Minneapolis are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis, with a median price of $99.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 20m

A direct flight from Indianapolis to Minneapolis typically takes 3 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

75% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 75.3% of flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights

Sun Country Airlines provides direct flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis are frequent, appearing often.

Indianapolis main airports to depart from

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is a good choice for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis.

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

💸 Flights from ~$174

Minneapolis main airports to arrive at

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is ideal for reaching Minneapolis from Indianapolis.

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

💸 Flights from ~$174

Airports nearby Minneapolis used as alternative

Rochester International (RST)

Rochester International is a reliable alternative for travelers in the southern Twin Cities metro.

📍 ~135 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Minneapolis

67% AI deal score

$825

$675

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Minneapolis

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis is between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $184. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees a significantly higher average price of $1006. Even booking more than 60 days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $230.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Indianapolis to Minneapolis is considered to be $178 or less. The median price observed for this route over the same period was $198. Prices can go up to $218 or more, representing the higher end of the typical price range.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis, with a median price of $99. Other relatively inexpensive months include May and April, both showing a median price of $158. The annual median price for this route is typically around $198, indicating that November offers substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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Indianapolis to Minneapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

How much is a round trip from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Regular price: $99 - $251

Prices for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis is between $99 and $251. The current lowest deal is $174 with Sun Country Airlines for travel from Aug 17-Aug 27.

now $174

Low $99

High $251

The cheapest time to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

November

Cheapest

Flights from $99

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,982

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Indianapolis to Minneapolis

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$396

$295

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$409

$315

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$394

$352

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Frontier Airlines

$405

$380

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$191

$218

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - Minneapolis

Indianapolis (IND) - Minneapolis (MSP)

Sun Country Airlines

$139

$218

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$396 → $295

26%

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$409 → $315

23%

4 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 23

$275 → $202

27%

1 night

Aug 16 - Aug 17

$283 → $212

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Indianapolis to Minneapolis