Travelling from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) departing from here.
Minneapolis is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to MSP.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Melbourne to MSP. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is approximately 24 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider booking a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to central Minneapolis takes about 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from $673 or travel return from just $1,226. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from Melbourne to MSP. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Minneapolis in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne to MSP for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
One of the best ways to experience Minneapolis is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
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