Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (CHI)
The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday
How to find the cheapest flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (CHI)
All the information you need to plan the best MSP to CHI flight in 2023: compare Minneapolis to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
MSP - CHI Price | $176 - $247 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | February | Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $176 | From Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago (CHI) |
| One-way from | $80 | One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago (CHI) |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Chicago?
It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Sunday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Chicago?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 51 days in advance, which can save you up to 68% on flights from Minneapolis to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 51 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $257. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $337.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Minneapolis in February are about $216 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $117.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago (MSP - CHI)?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Chicago in January, February 2023
The best prices found for MSP to CHI flights for January, February
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Minneapolis to Chicago 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Minneapolis found for this year
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Cheap Sun Country Air flights from Minneapolis to Chicago
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Sun Country Air is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Minneapolis to Chicago. Flights on this route from Sun Country Air typically cost $342.11 RT, a price that is 36% more expensive than the average Minneapolis to Chicago flight. The cheapest flight found was $217 RT. The most popular departure airport in Minneapolis when flying to Chicago is Minneapolis St Paul Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Minneapolis to Chicago, Sun Country Air flights are 48% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Minneapolis to Chicago
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If you’re traveling from Minneapolis to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Minneapolis to Chicago flights are typically 58% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $267.20 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $101. When traveling from Minneapolis to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Minneapolis St Paul Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Minneapolis to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 46% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Non-stop flights to Chicago from Minneapolis
Save time with Minneapolis to Chicago direct flight deals
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Last minute flights from Minneapolis to Chicago
Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Minneapolis, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Chicago from Minneapolis
The cheapest one-way flights from Minneapolis to Chicago
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Minneapolis to Chicago flights.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to Chicago?
If you book a flight to Chicago from Minneapolis, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul, which is the city’s only airport. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is located 7.3 mi from the center of Minneapolis. There are 65 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago per day from 11 different airlines.
Which airlines flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of our airline partners flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Chicago have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. United Airlines, Delta, and Sun Country Air are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like United Airlines with this kind of flexibility.
Can I find flights from Minneapolis to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Sun Country Air for just $124, but on average you can expect to pay $142.
Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Chicago is less than $142.
Are there last-minute flights available from Minneapolis to Chicago for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Minneapolis to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Thursday, Friday.
How many flights depart from Minneapolis to Chicago on average per day?
Per day, 9 flights depart from Minneapolis to Chicago on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 11% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 89% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Chicago?
There are many flights that can get you from Minneapolis to Chicago in 1h 33m. Fly via Sun Country Air, Delta, or Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 335 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Chicago round-trip?
According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($124), Delta ($152), and Spirit Airlines ($154) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to Chicago. Sun Country Air is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Sun Country Air flights start at $60 while deals on Delta start at $76 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Most travelers choose Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago Midway or Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Minneapolis to Chicago.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?
When booking a flight from Minneapolis to Chicago, you may want to consider flying on Air Choice One, Undisclosed Carrier or American Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Before booking your flight to Chicago from Minneapolis, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (87%), Gulf Air (82%), KLM( 79%).
What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Chicago? While on average our users pay $332, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $77. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $128.
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Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Minneapolis to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Minneapolis to Chicago
| 18%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 40%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 35%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 7%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Minneapolis to Chicago
| Sunday | 64daily flights |
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| Monday | 79daily flights |
| Tuesday | 67daily flights |
| Wednesday | 73daily flights |
| Thursday | 73daily flights |
| Friday | 73daily flights |
| Saturday | 27daily flights |