Flying from Minneapolis to Dallas: what you need to know
Many great adventures kick off from Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Dallas leaving from this terminal.
When it comes to landing in Dallas, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a primary hub. Another is Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
The average time for a direct Minneapolis to Dallas flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Minneapolis and Dallas are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The most popular route for flights from Minneapolis to Dallas is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Choose from 68 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MSP to DFW is the 05:00 American Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 23:01 with Frontier Airlines.
To ensure you catch your Minneapolis to Dallas flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Getting away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious 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 Dallas
Right now, $87 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Dallas. The cheapest price for a return flight is $190. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Begin your trip at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), which offers a range of direct flights from Minneapolis to Dallas. From MSP, you can fly nonstop to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct Minneapolis to Dallas plane tickets out of MSP. Your next adventure starts with one of these:
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Dallas, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
77.37% of flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Dallas. Book one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and explore beyond Dallas's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
DFW is situated at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
After your flight from Minneapolis to Dallas has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Dallas is approximately 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.
Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar make picking up a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DAL will help you save.
You'll find Dallas Love Field Airport at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Dallas. To escape the crowds, go to Dallas in February.
When booking your Minneapolis to Dallas tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Dallas in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Dallas, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are highlights which should feature on any good Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dallas. Around 370 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another well-known destination in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No journey is complete without a visit to The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.