Flying from Minneapolis to Vancouver: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver.
Disembark at one of Vancouver's major gateways like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can also arrive at this city landing at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The average length of a direct Minneapolis to Vancouver flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Vancouver is two hours behind Minneapolis and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Minneapolis to Vancouver is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). There are 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MSP to YVR is the 09:06 Sun Country Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 18:35 with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you don't miss your Minneapolis to Vancouver flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Vancouver
Currently, Rs25,205 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Vancouver. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs57,968. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap Minneapolis to Vancouver flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the best month for landing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Minneapolis to Vancouver. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver, you can depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Travel from MSP to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) without making any stops.
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct Minneapolis to Vancouver plane tickets from MSP.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Minneapolis to Vancouver flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your trip.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is approximately 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver:
In general, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from CXH as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver and travel to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and typically takes 1 hour to reach driving.
The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YXX after your Minneapolis to Vancouver flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Stay in control of the next part of your journey by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're looking for a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from YXX around one week ahead of your flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Vancouver. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Vancouver in May.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Vancouver ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its top attractions. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Canada, head for Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are among the biggest draws.
