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$86+ Cheap flights from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis (OKC - 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OKC — MSP
Jun 14 — Jun 211
Sun 6/14
Sun 6/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Oklahoma City Will Rogers World to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in March or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:56 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Tue 9/1510:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:56 pm
OKC
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MSP
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Mon 9/1410:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sat 6/62:51 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop18h 28m
Frontier
Tue 6/1610:15 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop20h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14$194
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/412:41 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop8h 03m
Frontier
Wed 6/1010:15 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop16h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$210
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:18 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop14h 05m
Frontier
Sun 6/1410:18 am
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop4h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 5/10$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:56 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Tue 10/2710:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:56 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Mon 10/2610:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 6/412:41 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop8h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/910:15 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop20h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/21:56 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop20h 02m
Frontier
Tue 10/610:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:56 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop20h 02m
Frontier
Tue 9/1510:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/87:16 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop14h 05m
Frontier
Sat 7/1810:18 am
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:56 pm
OKC
-
MSP
1 stop20h 02m
Frontier
Mon 9/1410:30 pm
MSP
-
OKC
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$229

Find flight deals from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oklahoma City (OKC) 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 May 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$182
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$474

Good round-trip deal

$523 or less

Good one-way deal

$237 or less
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From Oklahoma City Will Rogers World to Minneapolis St Paul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oklahoma City 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 May 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Wed 7/1

7:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/5

9:05 am-11:16 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$399

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Fri 6/26

7:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/28

9:05 am-11:16 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$399
Quickest round-trip

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Thu 7/2

11:57 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/5

9:05 am-11:16 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$399

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Fri 7/3

11:57 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/14

5:18 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$409

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Tue 9/8

8:20 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/15

6:20 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$409

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Fri 7/3

11:57 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/13

5:18 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$409

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Sun 6/7

7:10 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/14

6:20 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$449

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Fri 7/31

10:25 am-3:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/31

7:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$454

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Mon 8/3

12:25 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/7

2:45 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$473

Oklahoma CityMinneapolis

OKC - MSP

OKCMSP

Oklahoma City Will Rogers World

Sun 7/26

5:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop4h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/26

7:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$483

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Compare providers for flights from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice 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 Oklahoma City-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Oklahoma City-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oklahoma City-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oklahoma City-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Oklahoma City-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 Oklahoma City to Minneapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis

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

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City to Minneapolis?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis (average of $419). Flying from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $675). 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 OKC to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Oklahoma 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 May 15, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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 May 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,717 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,951 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City to Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis St Paul is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Minneapolis from Oklahoma City Will Rogers World. Booking flights from Will Rogers World (OKC) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily flights to Minneapolis from 5 different airlines. 2h 06m is how long a flight from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis St Paul will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Oklahoma City Will Rogers World to Minneapolis St Paul.

  • How long is the flight from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis?

    For as low as $399, Delta can have you in Minneapolis from Oklahoma City in 2h 14m. The distance from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis is about 695 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($88), Southwest ($283), and American Airlines ($288) offers the cheapest pricing from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis. Users have found that Frontier is 82% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. United Airlines flights start at $148 while deals on Southwest start at $185 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis on time: KLM (96%), SkyWest Airlines (89%), Korean Air (89%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $521 for a flight from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis. The cheapest flight overall is $188 while the most popular route, (Oklahoma City Will Rogers World - Minneapolis St Paul) is currently priced at $218.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis (average of $419). Flying from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $675). 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 5 airlines flying from Oklahoma City to Minneapolis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Oklahoma 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 May 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$88Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$283Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$396Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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