Flying from Vancouver to Minneapolis: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Minneapolis. Explore your options for leaving Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Hop off the plane at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the chief entry point to Minneapolis.
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Vancouver to Minneapolis flight.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Minneapolis two hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 12 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Vancouver to Minneapolis is with Sun Country Airlines at 19:00. Opt for the first YVR to MSP departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 06:15 to fit in more activities on your first day in Minneapolis.
To ensure you make it on your Vancouver to Minneapolis flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Minneapolis
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Vancouver to Minneapolis, you can depart from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Get from YVR to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) in one seamless trip.
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct Vancouver to Minneapolis plane tickets from YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Minneapolis or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early Vancouver to Minneapolis flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Abbotsford Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to MSP if you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Minneapolis. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
MSP is situated at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Minneapolis, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Vancouver to Minneapolis ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Minneapolis right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Minneapolis must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.