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$59+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Minneapolis (MSP)

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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MSP
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Minneapolis

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/69:00 pm
ORD
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MSP
Nonstop1h 43m
Sun Country Air
Mon 8/103:50 pm
MSP
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ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 7/3$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/285:20 pm
MDW
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MSP
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Tue 8/48:00 am
MSP
-
MDW
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30$137
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 12/1111:48 am
ORD
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MSP
Nonstop1h 41m
Sun Country Air
Sun 12/139:05 am
MSP
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ORD
Nonstop1h 41m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 6/30$138
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 8/226:00 am
ORD
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MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Delta
Mon 8/243:20 pm
MSP
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ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
Delta
Deal found 6/29$141
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 8/221:51 pm
MDW
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MSP
Nonstop1h 44m
Delta
Mon 8/244:24 pm
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/29$141
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 8/86:00 am
ORD
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MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Delta
Mon 8/108:10 pm
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/29$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/222:25 pm
MDW
-
MSP
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Sat 8/297:05 am
MSP
-
MDW
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30$142
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:00 am
ORD
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MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Sun Country Air
Mon 8/103:50 pm
MSP
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ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 7/1$144
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/275:12 pm
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun Country Air
Sun 8/3011:40 am
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 38m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 7/2$145
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/237:25 am
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Sat 7/253:15 pm
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 6/28$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:40 am
MDW
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MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Tue 7/213:50 pm
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30$147
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/275:32 pm
ORD
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MSP
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun Country Air
Mon 8/318:05 am
MSP
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ORD
Nonstop1h 38m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 6/28$148

Find flight deals from Illinois to Minneapolis

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Minneapolis flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Super.com)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$242

Good round-trip deal

$215 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From Illinois to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Illinois to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Minneapolis St Paul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Minneapolis St Paul.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Minneapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/24

3:20 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$141

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/15

6:55 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/17

1:16 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$149

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/15

8:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/17

5:45 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$149

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

6:35 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/24

3:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$151

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

6:31 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/20

3:50 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$158

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/27

9:59 am-11:42 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/31

11:29 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$165

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/8

6:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/10

5:45 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$165

St. LouisMinneapolis

STL - MSP

STLMSP

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/27

8:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/29

6:45 am-1:35 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$171

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

6:45 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/22

6:04 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 38m

$177

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/5

6:04 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 38m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Minneapolis

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Minneapolis (average of $29). Flying from Illinois to Minneapolis in May is currently the most expensive (average of $834). 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 IL to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 July 3, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Minneapolis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 July 3, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to MSP are scheduled on a Thursday (95 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Minneapolis?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Illinois to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Minneapolis from Illinois?

    Most people fly into Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) if they book a flight to Minneapolis from Illinois. Minneapolis St Paul is conveniently located just 7.3 mi from Minneapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Minneapolis?

    Departing from Illinois to Minneapolis will take you 1h 30m. There are 333 mi between Illinois and Minneapolis. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Minneapolis are Frontier ($40), Southwest ($45), and Sun Country Air ($47).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Minneapolis?

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Minneapolis consider choosing Envoy Air (87%), Japan Airlines (86%) or Qantas Airways (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Minneapolis?

    On average you can expect to pay $807 for a flight from Illinois to Minneapolis. The cheapest flight overall is $68 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Minneapolis St Paul) is currently priced at $117.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Minneapolis (average of $29). Flying from Illinois to Minneapolis in May is currently the most expensive (average of $834). 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 Illinois to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 July 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$48Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$54Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$110Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$147Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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