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$69+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis (MCI - 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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — MSP
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in September or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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

$138
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$69
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$392
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Sat 7/57:45 amMCI - MSP
Nonstop1h 26mSun Country Air
Sun 7/63:30 pmMSP - MCI
Nonstop1h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1512:39 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop11h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:45 amMSP - MCI
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$195
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/37:49 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/63:30 pmMSP - MCI
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/202:15 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 9/227:45 pmMSP - MCI
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$219
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Thu 7/37:49 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/68:02 amMSP - MCI
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$256
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/167:20 pmMCI - MSP
1 stop5h 05mFrontier
Fri 7/1812:55 pmMSP - MCI
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/295:41 pmMCI - MSP
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Tue 8/121:45 pmMSP - MCI
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/10$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2911:31 amMCI - MSP
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/78:00 amMSP - MCI
1 stop15h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$347

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Sat 7/5

7:45 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/6

3:30 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$138

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Wed 10/15

12:39 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/21

5:45 am-4:19 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$195

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Thu 7/3

7:49 pm-6:52 am

1 stop11h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/6

3:30 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$202

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Sat 9/20

2:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/22

7:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 20m

$219

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Thu 7/3

7:49 pm-6:52 am

1 stop11h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/6

8:02 am-6:44 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$256

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Wed 7/16

7:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/18

12:55 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$270

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Tue 7/29

5:41 pm-7:11 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/12

1:45 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$299

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Tue 7/29

11:31 am-4:19 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/7

8:00 am-11:14 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$347

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Thu 7/10

8:30 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$69

Kansas CityMinneapolis

MCI - MSP

MCIMSP

Kansas City

Tue 8/5

9:21 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$103

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The best insider tips for Kansas City to Minneapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kansas City to Minneapolis trip
Airports
MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint is efficient, rarely exceeding a 5-minute wait, ensuring a smooth start to your journey.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
MSP

Use the light rail for a quick, inexpensive trip from MSP to downtown Minneapolis in under 30 minutes.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 54% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas City to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas City 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 MCI to MSP are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kansas City to Minneapolis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    Booking a flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is your only option if you wish to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis. On a typical day, there are 13 flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul, all of which are around 1h 26m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to Minneapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Kansas City to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($138), American Airlines ($252), and Spirit Airlines ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Minneapolis. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Minneapolis for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $69 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $103 and $123, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis are SkyWest Airlines (100%), Korean Air (89%) and WestJet (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $123. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $138 on average our data indicates $1,335 when flying from Kansas City to Minneapolis.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Minneapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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
Sun Country AirCheapest$68Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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