Minneapolis

$64+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis (DTW - MSP)

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DTW — MSP
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in June or January, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2112:20 pmDTW - MSP
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Thu 1/159:34 pmMSP - DTW
1 stop12h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$217
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Wed 12/3111:24 amDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/29:46 pmMSP - DTW
1 stop12h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$236
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/3111:24 amDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 50mSun Country Air
Fri 1/24:42 pmMSP - DTW
Nonstop1h 43mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/9$237
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/1810:01 pmDTW - MSP
1 stop27h 01mFrontier
Sat 12/208:42 pmMSP - DTW
1 stop13h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:24 amDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/612:00 pmMSP - DTW
1 stop15h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$264
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/1912:20 pmDTW - MSP
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Sun 12/216:45 amMSP - DTW
1 stop27h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$272
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2112:28 pmDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/1510:00 amMSP - DTW
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$275
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Mon 12/228:43 pmDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 50mSun Country Air
Wed 12/317:30 amMSP - DTW
Nonstop1h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/11$277
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/1910:15 pmDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/217:34 pmMSP - DTW
1 stop14h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$286

Find flight deals from Detroit to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Expedia)

One-way from

$64
(Orbitz)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$237

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Minneapolis

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DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

12:22 pm-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/4

8:18 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$298

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/5

1:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/9

5:20 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$377

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

1:40 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/27

6:50 am-3:35 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$390

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/31

6:10 am-12:55 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/6

7:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$396

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/31

8:50 am-4:00 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/1

3:20 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$397

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

1:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/20

6:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 55m

$397

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

1:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/26

6:50 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$397

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

7:00 am-8:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/1

7:45 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$399

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-8:08 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/20

12:45 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$399

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-8:09 am

Nonstop2h 09m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$399

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Minneapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Minneapolis 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 Detroit to Minneapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis (average of $64). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis in October is currently the most expensive (average of $125). 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 DTW to MSP?

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

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 62% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis trip
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are pleasantly short, typically under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal, even during peak times.

MSP

The light rail from MSP to downtown Minneapolis is quick and convenient, taking under 30 minutes with frequent departures.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and Sun Country Air from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Detroit to Minneapolis, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) take 1h 49m for a nonstop flight. There are 17 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis per day from 4 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

    Airlines like Sun Country Air and Southwest fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis in about 1h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis is about 526 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis is Sun Country Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $59 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $79 and $139 round-trip. Sun Country Air is priced at 72% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $44. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

    Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (89%), Korean Air (88%), WestJet( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $416, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $135.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Minneapolis 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis (average of $64). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis in October is currently the most expensive (average of $125). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Minneapolis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Minneapolis. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$82Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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