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$59+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta (MSP - ATL)

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MSP — ATL
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in December or October, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Atlanta

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Round-trip from

$106
(Expedia)

One-way from

$59
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$184

Good round-trip deal

$300 or less

Good one-way deal

$122 or less
From Minneapolis St Paul to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/15:47 pmMSP - ATL
Nonstop2h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/33:16 pmATL - MSP
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$106
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Thu 7/312:30 pmMSP - ATL
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Thu 7/109:37 amATL - MSP
Nonstop2h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$107
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/194:30 pmMSP - ATL
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/273:16 pmATL - MSP
Nonstop2h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$109
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/47:54 amMSP - ATL
Nonstop2h 32mSun Country Air
Thu 7/103:03 pmATL - MSP
Nonstop2h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$128

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Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/1

5:47 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/3

3:16 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$106

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/3

12:30 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 7/10

9:37 am-11:22 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$107

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/19

4:30 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/27

3:16 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$109

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/24

2:06 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 7/24

6:36 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$126

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/20

9:48 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$59

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/21

5:47 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$64

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/28

4:13 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

$68

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/23

3:30 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops22h 16m

$105

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/6

9:11 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$127

MinneapolisAtlanta

MSP - ATL

MSPATL

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/8

6:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$154

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The best insider tips for Minneapolis to Atlanta flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Minneapolis to Atlanta trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra fees.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for added comfort.


Frontier's Zone 1 boarding available with carry-on purchase, ensuring faster boarding.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
MSP

Security lanes at MSP are generally efficient, but peak times can see waits up to an hour. Check live wait estimates online.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
ATL

MARTA offers a convenient ride from ATL to downtown Atlanta in just 15-20 minutes, located inside the domestic terminal.

Read more about ATLby Chris Dong
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Expert on Spirit Airlines

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Expert on Frontier

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on ATL

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Minneapolis to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSP to ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 76% on flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Atlanta flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to ATL are scheduled on a Thursday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Atlanta ranges from 3.4 - 5.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Atlanta when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Atlanta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Atlanta. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Atlanta, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Atlanta from Minneapolis?

    On a trip to Atlanta from Minneapolis, your journey will begin at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). It's the largest and busiest airport that serves the Upper Midwest region of the USA. With about 10 miles standing between the airport and downtown Minneapolis, you can use the light rail transit to get you from the city center to MSP in approximately 25min. When you get to Atlanta, your flight will land at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). As the primary international airport that serves Atlanta, it's always bustling with activity. The airport lies just 8 miles south of downtown Atlanta, a distance you can cover in roughly 20min via the MARTA rail line or an airport taxi.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    On a voyage to Atlanta from Minneapolis by plane, travelers can choose from various nonstop options. You'll find that Spirit Airlines and Delta Air Lines are the common companies that service most trips. A direct flight on this route generally has an estimated journey time between 2h 20min and 2h 30min.

  • What are the layover options between Minneapolis and Atlanta?

    If you want to board a flight with a layover en route, it's possible to get one that leaves Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport for Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. You can find various daily flights that make a stop or two, with common locations for layovers including Orlando (MCO), Charlotte Douglas (CLT), and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Other possible airports for you to catch a connecting flight include Chicago O'Hare International (ORD), Philadelphia (PHL), and Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Layovers usually make trips longer compared to taking nonstop flights. On this route, having one layover can make the trip last about 5-7h while two stops can lead to an average voyage time of 10-26h. It is worth noting that you are likely to find cheaper fares if you book connecting flights between Minneapolis and Atlanta.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    If you're traveling to Atlanta from Minneapolis, you will require Real ID-compliant documentation. Americans flying on domestic routes do not necessarily need passports to fly, but a passport or a passport card is also part of the Real ID-compliant documents. Other acceptable identification that will enable you to clear security and board your flight includes permanent resident cards, compliant state driver's licenses, DHS trusted traveler cards, US Department of Defense IDs, and border crossing cards. You can also utilize a federally recognized tribal photo ID or your transportation worker identification credential. An exception to the rule is children under 18 years, provided they're traveling with a guardian. You will not need to process a visa to fly domestic from Minneapolis to Atlanta.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    If you book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Hartsfield-Jackson. Flights to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) take 2h 27m for a nonstop flight. There are 27 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Atlanta per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Atlanta flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Atlanta round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($106), Frontier ($107), and Sun Country Air ($126) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Spirit Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to Atlanta one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta are Sun Country Air ($59), Spirit Airlines ($64), and Frontier ($68).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    Consider Aeromexico (90%), Scandinavian Airlines (85%) or Frontier (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to Atlanta.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta? While on average our users pay $1,956, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $60. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), is priced around $98.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Atlanta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Minneapolis to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Atlanta

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$63Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$67Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$297Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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