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$57+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis (DTW - MSP)

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DTW — MSP
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in September or November, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$115
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$57
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$155

Good round-trip deal

$188 or less

Good one-way deal

$102 or less
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. 28% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul.
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:44 pmDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/215:30 amMSP - DTW
Nonstop1h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$115
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.
Thu 7/176:40 pmDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 51mSun Country Air
Thu 7/246:30 amMSP - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$118
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Thu 7/36:15 amDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/66:30 amMSP - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$121
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/167:00 amDTW - MSP
Nonstop1h 49mDelta
Mon 7/216:00 amMSP - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/9$199
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Thu 8/149:42 amDTW - MSP
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/216:00 amMSP - DTW
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$201
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Fri 6/136:00 amDTW - MSP
1 stop19h 44mFrontier
Sun 6/156:00 amMSP - DTW
1 stop17h 44mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$268

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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 8/14

11:44 pm-12:31 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/21

5:30 am-8:09 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$115

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

6:40 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/24

6:30 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$118

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

6:15 am-7:02 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/6

6:30 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$121

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/16

7:00 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/21

6:00 am-8:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$199

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/14

9:42 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-3:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$201

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/25

11:00 am-6:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$276

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/12

7:40 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/16

10:25 am-8:00 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$282

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/20

6:05 am-6:52 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$57

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/27

7:49 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$59

DetroitMinneapolis

DTW - MSP

DTWMSP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/13

5:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop5h 56m

$80

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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
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DTW

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

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MSP

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

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
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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 June 9, 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 50 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 June 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 72% 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 June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Monday 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Minneapolis. 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 DTW to MSP are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Minneapolis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Minneapolis. 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 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 47m for a nonstop flight. There are 22 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis per day from 6 airlines.

  • 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 Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $115 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sun Country Air and American Airlines, starting at $118 and $159 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 32% 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 $57. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Sun Country Air, 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: Sun Country Air (89%), KLM (88%), Korean Air( 84%).

  • 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 $1,307, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $57. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $115.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$62Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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