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Minneapolis.$232 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Minneapolis.$232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Minneapolis.$257 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.
Minneapolis.$304 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.
Minneapolis.$304 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.
Minneapolis.$304 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.
Minneapolis.$304 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.
Minneapolis.$304 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul

Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles to Minneapolis below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Minneapolis St Paul.

Los Angeles to Minneapolis: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$232
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week202

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul is $232. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul.
LATAM Airlines, Delta and Aeromexico fly direct from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul.
As of July 2025, there are 224 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul Airport on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Minneapolis St Paul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Minneapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): What you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) leaving from either of these.

  • Book a direct Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.

  • Minneapolis is two hours ahead of Los Angeles. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • With 56 direct flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 12:45am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from LAX to MSP is with Delta Air Lines at 11:59pm.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to MSP.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) can be booked from this terminal.

  • Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport leaving from LAX.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between LAX and MSP is Delta Air Lines.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Delta Air Lines has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • 81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of LAX.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Los Angeles to MSP flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to central Minneapolis is about 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • $116 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. A return flight starts at $232. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to MSP.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Los Angeles to MSP couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a price drop.

  • Find the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • When booking your Los Angeles to MSP flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Minneapolis

Explore more of the United States

  • Rochester is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Minneapolis. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.

  • Around 225 kilometres north of Minneapolis, Duluth is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Skyline Parkway, Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive and Glensheen Estate.

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