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$93+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd (MSP - BRD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — BRD
Mar 20 — Mar 271
Fri 3/20
Fri 3/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Brainerd

Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Brainerd. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/44:40 pm
MSP
-
BRD
Nonstop1h 00m
Delta
Sun 3/810:55 am
BRD
-
MSP
Nonstop0h 53m
Delta
Deal found 2/17$148
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/29:10 am
MSP
-
BRD
Nonstop1h 12m
Delta
Fri 3/66:15 pm
BRD
-
MSP
Nonstop0h 58m
Delta
Deal found 2/15$190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/184:40 pm
MSP
-
BRD
Nonstop1h 00m
Delta
Fri 2/206:15 pm
BRD
-
MSP
Nonstop0h 58m
Delta
Deal found 2/15$390

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Brainerd

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Brainerd (BRD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Delta)

One-way from

$93
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$148
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From Minneapolis St Paul to Brainerd Crow Wing County
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One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Brainerd Crow Wing County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Brainerd

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Depart

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MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/15

9:05 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 3/22

6:45 am-7:39 am

Nonstop0h 54m

$148

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/4

4:40 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 3/8

10:55 am-11:48 am

Nonstop0h 53m

$148

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/2

9:10 am-10:22 am

Nonstop1h 12m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Fri 3/6

6:15 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$190

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/3

4:40 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sat 3/7

6:15 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$190

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/14

8:55 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$93

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/18

8:55 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$93

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/12

8:20 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

$93

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/12

5:55 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$93

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/16

8:55 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$93

MinneapolisBrainerd

MSP - BRD

MSPBRD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/18

5:55 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$93

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Deals found on 2/15

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to Brainerd in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Brainerd flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Brainerd flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Brainerd flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Brainerd flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-Brainerd flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Brainerd

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Brainerd (average of $126). Flying from Minneapolis to Brainerd in October is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 BRD?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Brainerd. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 18, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brainerd

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brainerd. 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 Brainerd. Reviews last updated February 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,207 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rona,Feb 2024

MSP - DEN

It was a good experience other than a short delay.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,207 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,207 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rona,Feb 2024

MSP - DEN

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Brainerd Crow Wing County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Brainerd from Minneapolis St Paul. Booking flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Crow Wing County (BRD) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Brainerd from 1 airline. 1h 00m is how long a flight from Minneapolis to Brainerd Crow Wing County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Brainerd?

    Delta can get you from Minneapolis to Brainerd in just under 1h 05m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Minneapolis to Brainerd is about 114 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Minneapolis to Brainerd round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Minneapolis to Brainerd is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $148 on this airline. Delta is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Brainerd 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 Brainerd?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Brainerd (average of $126). Flying from Minneapolis to Brainerd in October is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 airline flying from Minneapolis to Brainerd

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