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$149+ Cheap flights from Rochester to Minneapolis (RST - 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — MSP
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$234

Good round-trip deal

$264 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:00 amRST - MSP
Nonstop0h 53mDelta
Fri 8/153:15 pmMSP - RST
Nonstop0h 46mDelta
Deal found 5/11$199
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:20 pmRST - MSP
1 stop30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/156:09 amMSP - RST
1 stop41h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$523

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

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Price

RochesterMinneapolis

RST - MSP

RSTMSP

Rochester

Mon 8/4

7:00 am-7:53 am

Nonstop0h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/15

3:15 pm-4:01 pm

Nonstop0h 46m

$199

RochesterMinneapolis

RST - MSP

RSTMSP

Rochester

Mon 8/4

5:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop30h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/15

6:09 am-11:43 pm

1 stop41h 34m

$523

RochesterMinneapolis

RST - MSP

RSTMSP

Rochester

Fri 10/24

7:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$149

RochesterMinneapolis

RST - MSP

RSTMSP

Rochester

Fri 10/24

12:30 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop30h 19m

$307

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Deals found on 5/11

Compare providers for flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Minneapolis in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester 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 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rochester to Minneapolis at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Rochester to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Rochester 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 May 12, 2025.

The most flights from RST to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (12 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 May 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rona,Feb 2024

MSP - DEN

It was a good experience other than a short delay.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rona,Feb 2024

MSP - DEN

It was a good experience other than a short delay.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rona,Feb 2024

MSP - DEN

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Rochester to Minneapolis, you will be flying from Rochester to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Rochester (RST) take 0h 52m for a nonstop flight. There are 11 flights from Rochester to Minneapolis per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Rochester to Minneapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Rochester to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 7 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 Rochester to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Delta, at $199, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester to Minneapolis. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Delta is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rochester to Minneapolis are Korean Air (92%), Delta (71%) and Endeavor Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rochester to Minneapolis?

    While on average a flight from Rochester to Minneapolis is generally $464, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $128. When looking at the most popular route, (Rochester - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $199 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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