Travelling from Minneapolis to Chicago: what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the main airport in Minneapolis. Search for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago that depart from this base.
When it comes to touching down in Chicago, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a primary hub. Another is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Book a direct Minneapolis to Chicago flight and you'll be flying for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Minneapolis and Chicago are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
With 128 flights a week between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Minneapolis to Chicago with American Airlines at 05:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from MSP to ORD is with Delta Air Lines at 20:43.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Minneapolis to Chicago flight.
Going away during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Chicago
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Chicago is £33. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £67. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Minneapolis to Chicago flights.
May is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Minneapolis to Chicago. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can book a direct flight from Minneapolis to Chicago jetting out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Board your plane at MSP and then make your arrival at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct Minneapolis to Chicago plane tickets out of MSP. Get up and away with one of these trusted names:
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
77.37% of flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is approximately 16 miles from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Minneapolis to Chicago has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 9 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Minneapolis to Chicago, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be off and running.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 80 miles from the centre of Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Minneapolis to Chicago.
The journey takes around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Take control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are dependable companies for booking.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Minneapolis to Chicago is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
January is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Minneapolis to Chicago ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Chicago, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Chicago. Around 280 miles to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 160 miles south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
