Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route, with seven flights a week to pick from. You can travel from MSP to LHR at 18:00 with Delta Air Lines.
Leave enough time to catch your MSP to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at MSP and travel nonstop to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London tickets.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from MSP to London with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near MSP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to London
$340 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket starts from $758. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from MSP to London, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Travel at your own pace with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and see more of London and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from MSP to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your MSP to London flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Score the best price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to reach driving.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your MSP to London flight:
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Stansted Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available here from names such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
If you're after a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to London
Before booking your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to London in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.