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$79+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MSP
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in September or May, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 January 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Southwest)

One-way from

$125
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$279

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/712:20 pm
HOU
-
MSP
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Wed 2/112:30 pm
MSP
-
HOU
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 2/712:20 pm
HOU
-
MSP
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Sat 2/141:55 pm
MSP
-
HOU
2 stops6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1011:15 am
HOU
-
MSP
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Tue 2/1711:55 am
MSP
-
HOU
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/411:15 am
HOU
-
MSP
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Sat 2/76:45 am
MSP
-
HOU
2 stops12h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 1/292:35 pm
HOU
-
MSP
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Mon 2/211:35 am
MSP
-
HOU
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/306:30 am
HOU
-
MSP
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Sat 2/145:35 am
MSP
-
HOU
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Sun 2/86:40 am
HOU
-
MSP
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Tue 2/1011:00 am
MSP
-
HOU
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 1/292:35 pm
HOU
-
MSP
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Sun 2/15:00 am
MSP
-
HOU
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Mon 3/307:05 pm
HOU
-
MSP
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Sat 4/44:30 pm
MSP
-
HOU
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$319

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/16

7:05 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/19

5:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/5

10:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/16

5:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

12:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/14

3:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/16

5:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/19

4:15 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

12:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/10

5:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

12:20 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/12

11:35 am-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/17

2:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/18

2:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

12:20 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/11

2:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$249

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/4

2:00 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/7

1:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$254

HoustonMinneapolis

HOU - MSP

HOUMSP

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/8

7:15 am-9:58 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$79

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Minneapolis in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Houston Hobby Airport-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 Hobby to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis (average of $124). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis in January is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 HOU to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 January 12, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport 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 January 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,037 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,144 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
341 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    If you book a flight to Minneapolis from Houston Hobby, you will be flying to Minneapolis St Paul, which is the city’s only airport. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is located 7.3 mi from the center of Minneapolis. There are 0 flights from Houston Hobby to Minneapolis St Paul per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Southwest can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis is about 1058 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Frontier, at $67, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Sun Country Air and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport 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 $61. Spirit Airlines flights start at $67 while deals on Sun Country Air start at $79 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $94, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $94. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $182.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis (average of $124). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis in January is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 Hobby to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$109Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$169Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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