How many flights from Minneapolis to Chicago are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 28.1% of flights from Minneapolis to Chicago are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stops. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Chicago typically takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes. This route covers a distance of 560 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 10 hours and 43 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

How often do cheap flights from Minneapolis to Chicago come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Minneapolis to Chicago come up frequently. This route is classified as offering frequent deals, based on data from the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find favorable prices for this particular route with regularity. This consistent availability makes it easier to find cost-effective travel options.

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MSP - Chicago
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$96
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Minneapolis to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago

Most itineraries from Minneapolis to Chicago are connecting flights, with only 28.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that when searching for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Chicago, you will frequently encounter options that include at least one stop.

Right now, fares from Minneapolis to Chicago are typically priced between $313 and $892, with a median of $523. Current fares are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago? The data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $69. Following December, April offers a median fare of $222, and November is also a more economical choice, with a median fare of $295.

A typical journey from Minneapolis to Chicago takes 1h 43m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago and itineraries with stopovers. Given that most itineraries involve connections, the overall travel time can vary significantly depending on the number and length of layovers.

The route from Minneapolis to Chicago covers a distance of 560 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively brief journey suitable for quick trips between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Chicago

Regular price: $114 - $279

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago is between $114 and $279. The current lowest deal is $96 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 20-Aug 25.

now $96

Low $114

High $279

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from MSP to CHI is December, with a median price of $59. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $659. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $59

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $659

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Chicago

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$458

$305

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$472

$325

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$362

$232

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$340

$241

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$335

$239

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Southwest Airlines

$166

$97

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$292 → $97

67%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$288 → $106

63%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$273 → $97

64%

1 night

Aug 19 - Aug 20

$294 → $127

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago

Minneapolis - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Minneapolis to Chicago are above the typical level, with a median of $523.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago, with a median price of $59.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 43m.

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago typically take 1h 43m, while connecting flights average 21h 29m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 71.9% of recent itineraries from Minneapolis to Chicago.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals from Minneapolis to Chicago appear frequently, with a good price share of 1%.

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago.

📍 ~11 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International is a convenient arrival airport for flights to Chicago from Minneapolis.

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

💸 Flights from ~$116

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

Cheapest

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and direct flight options, easily accessible from Chicago.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~$186

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

74% AI deal score

$438

$317

Save $121

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $329. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $435, while booking 7-13 days out averages $348. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $588 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $513.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Minneapolis to Chicago is considered to be $313 or less. The median price for this route has been $523. Prices can vary, with 75% of flights costing $892 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $313 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago include December, with a median price of $69, and April, with a median price of $222. November also shows a median price of $295. Across the trailing quarter, the annual median price for this route is $523, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Minneapolis to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Chicago

Regular price: $114 - $279

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago is between $114 and $279. The current lowest deal is $96 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 20-Aug 25.

now $96

Low $114

High $279

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago

December

Cheapest

Flights from $59

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $659

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Chicago

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$458

$305

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$472

$325

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$362

$232

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$340

$241

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Frontier Airlines

$335

$239

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Chicago

Minneapolis (MSP) - Chicago (MDW)

Southwest Airlines

$166

$97

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$292 → $97

67%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$288 → $106

63%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$273 → $97

64%

1 night

Aug 19 - Aug 20

$294 → $127

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago