Flights from Chicago to Minneapolis
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

Track economy fares on the ORD → MSP route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
Chicago
ORD
To
Minneapolis
MSP

Route Intelligence: Chicago → Minneapolis

Flight Duration

1 hr 25 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Jun-Aug

Top Airlines

Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: Chicago → Minneapolis

From
Chicago (ORD)
To
Minneapolis (MSP)
Duration
1 hr 25 min (Direct)
Airlines
Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
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Route Briefing: Chicago to Minneapolis

Flying from Chicago to Minneapolis takes just 1 hour and 25 minutes over 334 miles. Delta, American, and United operate frequent daily nonstops between O'Hare and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), with Sun Country and Southwest also offering convenient options.

The Twin Cities combine rich arts and theater with pristine urban lakes and parks. Walk across the historic pedestrian Stone Arch Bridge overlooking St. Anthony Falls, explore modern masterpieces at the Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, or kayak around the Chain of Lakes. In the trendy North Loop, enjoy acclaimed farm-to-table dining, craft cocktail lounges, and local boutiques.

Roundtrip economy tickets under $110 are a great deal on this short route, while standard fares sit around $160 to $250. Summer (June–August) is peak season when outdoor lake life, patio dining, and the Great Minnesota Get-Together take over. Book 3 to 5 weeks ahead for the lowest rates.

How much are flights from Chicago to Minneapolis in 2026?

Flight prices from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track Chicago to Minneapolis fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the ORD to MSP route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Minneapolis destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: Chicago to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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