Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Minneapolis and Dallas are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from MSP to DFW start at 05:00 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:01 with Frontier Airlines. In total, there are 181 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MSP to DFW flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, so jetting off to Dallas (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
Delta Air Lines stands out as the most punctual carrier for MSP to DFW flights, with 81.12% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSP and DFW:
Joe Foss Field Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Rs8,113 is the best price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs16,255. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MSP to DFW.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights that depart Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MSP:
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you're arriving on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DFW:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and explore beyond Dallas's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
You'll find DFW at International Pkwy.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to central Dallas has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 3 hours 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Dallas in February.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to DFW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dallas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas, San Antonio is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
