How many flights depart from Minneapolis to Chicago on average per week?

The number of flights available between Minneapolis and Chicago is 772 per week as of April 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Minneapolis to Chicago on average per day?

110 flights are operational daily from Minneapolis to Chicago as of April 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 43% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago?

United Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, Delta and Sun Country Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Minneapolis according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago?

As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Minneapolis and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $307 to $147. The lowest price recently found on this route was $107.

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10:05 am - 11:35 am

MSP

MDW

1h 30mnonstop

4:40 pm - 10:30 pm

MDW

MSP

5h 50m

1 stop

$107Southwest

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

7:10 am - 3:45 pm

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MDW

8h 35m

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9:05 pm - 10:35 pm

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1h 30mnonstop

$112Southwest

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20

5:20 am - 6:50 am

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MDW

1h 30mnonstop

1:55 pm - 10:30 pm

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MSP

8h 35m

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$113Southwest

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 6

1:25 pm - 3:03 pm

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ORD

1h 38mnonstop

7:32 pm - 9:13 pm

ORD

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1h 41mnonstop

$114Sun Country Air

Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Nov 19

5:30 pm - 7:06 pm

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ORD

1h 36mnonstop

8:06 pm - 9:50 pm

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1h 44mnonstop

$115Sun Country Air

Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 18

11:17 am - 12:57 pm

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ORD

1h 40mnonstop

7:05 am - 8:46 am

ORD

MSP

1h 41mnonstop

$116United Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

5:38 pm - 7:20 pm

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ORD

1h 42mnonstop

8:36 am - 10:15 am

ORD

MSP

1h 39mnonstop

$117Delta

Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10

3:10 pm - 9:10 pm

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6h 00m

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5:20 pm - 11:55 pm

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6h 35m

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$117Southwest

Tue, Jun 9 - Wed, Jun 10

2:22 pm - 10:02 pm

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7h 40m

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7h 37m

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$140Frontier

Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16

4:20 pm - 5:56 pm

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1h 36mnonstop

1:59 pm - 3:40 pm

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MSP

1h 41mnonstop

$147Delta

Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30

Frontier flights from Minneapolis to Chicago

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May 9

MSP2:22 pmMinneapolis St Paul

7h 40m

1 stop

MDW10:02 pmChicago Midway

May 16

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

7h 37m

1 stop

MSP1:37 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$140

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May 5

MSP9:39 pmMinneapolis St Paul

22h 53m

1 stop

ORD8:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 9

ORD6:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 42m

1 stop

MSP1:37 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$152

Frontier

May 1

MSP12:36 pmMinneapolis St Paul

10h 03m

1 stop

ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 6

ORD9:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 42m

1 stop

MSP9:19 amMinneapolis St Paul

$159

Delta flights from Minneapolis to Chicago

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Jun 2

MSP5:38 pmMinneapolis St Paul

1h 42m

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 10

ORD8:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 39m

MSP10:15 amMinneapolis St Paul

$117

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May 18

MSP5:38 pmMinneapolis St Paul

1h 42m

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 26

ORD8:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 45m

MSP9:50 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$147

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May 28

MSP1:20 pmMinneapolis St Paul

1h 37m

ORD2:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 1

ORD8:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 36m

MSP10:18 amMinneapolis St Paul

$177

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8:06 pm-9:50 pm

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$115

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11:17 am-12:57 pm

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7:05 am-8:46 am

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$116

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Tue 6/2

5:38 pm-7:20 pm

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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$117

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3:10 pm-9:10 pm

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Chicago Midway

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$117

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Sat 5/9

2:22 pm-10:02 pm

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6:00 am-1:37 pm

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$140

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4:20 pm-5:56 pm

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1:59 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$147

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Minneapolis and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Minneapolis, with most prices found around $143. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in December, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Minneapolis to Chicago during September average around $145.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $381. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Minneapolis to Chicago for around $708.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Minneapolis to Chicago during this time can be as low as $450. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $751.

What is the cheapest Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Minneapolis when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $217 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Minneapolis for as low as $156 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Minneapolis to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Minneapolis to Chicago flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$195
Fastest flight time	1h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Minneapolis in the past 72 hours is $195. The best round-trip flight deal from Minneapolis to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $308.

The fastest flight from Minneapolis to Chicago takes 1h 25m

Direct flights go from Minneapolis to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Minneapolis there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Minneapolis to Chicago

How far is Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago is 354.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago?
As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Minneapolis to Chicago is Boeing 737-800 (16.42% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 (11.46%), Airbus A319 (10.10%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (9.37%).
What is the most popular airline from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Minneapolis to Chicago is Sun Country Air (27% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Delta (26%), United Airlines (20%), and Southwest (19%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $38	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 2,986 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $53	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,409 reviews	Search Delta flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $59	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 337 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $91	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,595 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $93	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,603 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,329 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Minneapolis to Chicago
Southwest flight deals from Minneapolis to Chicago start from $110 round-trip. Over the 23 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $227 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Delta Flights From Minneapolis to Chicago
Delta (7.9/10 from 8,409 reviews) operates around 57 flights from Minneapolis to Chicago in any given week. The average Delta airfare for this route is around $232, with deals from around $53 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Minneapolis to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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