Travelling from Montreal to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Minneapolis departing from here.
Hop off the plane at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the chief entry point to Minneapolis.
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Montreal to Minneapolis flight.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Montreal.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Montreal to Minneapolis with Delta Air Lines at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from YUL to MSP is with Air Canada at 18:50.
To ensure you make your Montreal to Minneapolis flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Minneapolis
ج.م. 10,655 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Minneapolis. A return flight starts from ج.م. 18,887. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap Montreal to Minneapolis flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Minneapolis is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can catch a direct flight from Montreal to Minneapolis jetting off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Start your trip at YUL and end it at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Top airlines that offer direct Montreal to Minneapolis plane tickets from YUL include:
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Minneapolis, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, 64.89% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Minneapolis. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Follow your own route with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and see more of Minneapolis and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Minneapolis flight.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
February is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Minneapolis, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Montreal to Minneapolis ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Minneapolis right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Minneapolis:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are top attractions which should be on every Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another favourite destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
