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$89+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Portland (MSP - PDX)

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MSP — PDX
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Portland are usually found in December or July, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Portland (PDX). 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$145
(Priceline)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

January

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December

Average price

$237

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:50 amMSP - PDX
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Sat 10/2512:43 pmPDX - MSP
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$145
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:00 amMSP - PDX
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Sat 10/2512:43 pmPDX - MSP
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$146
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:00 pmMSP - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mSun Country Air
Sun 9/146:24 pmPDX - MSP
Nonstop3h 23mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/18$159
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 10/287:50 amMSP - PDX
1 stop6h 06mFrontier
Mon 11/33:26 pmPDX - MSP
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$162
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:50 amMSP - PDX
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Wed 10/2212:43 pmPDX - MSP
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$164
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/228:38 pmMSP - PDX
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Sat 9/277:15 amPDX - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$165
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:38 pmMSP - PDX
1 stop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/246:22 pmPDX - MSP
Nonstop3h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$166
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Mon 9/158:38 pmMSP - PDX
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Wed 9/177:15 amPDX - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Fri 9/128:38 pmMSP - PDX
1 stop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/146:24 pmPDX - MSP
Nonstop3h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$169
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:42 pmMSP - PDX
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1312:44 pmPDX - MSP
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$172
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/168:00 amMSP - PDX
1 stop16h 34mFrontier
Tue 9/237:15 amPDX - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$174
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Fri 9/123:42 pmMSP - PDX
Nonstop3h 42mSun Country Air
Mon 9/156:24 pmPDX - MSP
Nonstop3h 23mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/18$175

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Portland 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Portland that are best for you.

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MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/22

7:50 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 58m

Portland

Sat 10/25

12:43 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$145

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 56m

Portland

Mon 11/10

3:26 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 48m

$145

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 56m

Portland

Mon 11/3

3:26 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 48m

$145

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/13

7:00 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Portland

Sun 9/14

6:24 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$159

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

Portland

Thu 10/30

12:52 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 22m

$168

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/27

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

Portland

Thu 10/30

12:52 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 22m

$168

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/12

8:38 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 34m

Portland

Mon 9/15

6:05 am-12:16 am

1 stop16h 11m

$168

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop7h 56m

Portland

Fri 11/7

6:36 pm-11:54 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

$169

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/3

8:38 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 34m

Portland

Fri 10/10

6:22 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$169

MinneapolisPortland

MSP - PDX

MSPPDX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/1

8:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop16h 34m

Portland

Sat 10/4

7:15 am-8:46 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$174

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The best insider tips for Minneapolis to Portland flights

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MSP

Security lines at MSP are generally efficient, but during peak travel periods, waits can approach an hour. Typically, expect less than a half-hour wait.

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PDX

The MAX red line offers an inexpensive option to travel between PDX and Downtown Portland, taking around 40 minutes with trains every 15 minutes.

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Portland. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to Portland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Minneapolis to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 MSP to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to Portland is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Portland. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Portland flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to Portland, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,668 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,207 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly from Minneapolis to Portland, you need to book a flight from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Portland (PDX). Nonstop flights to Portland from Minneapolis St Paul take 3h 35m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 9 outbound flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Portland offered by 8 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Portland flight route?

    The Minneapolis St Paul to Portland flight path was viewed by 33 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Portland?

    There are many flights that can get you from Minneapolis to Portland in 3h 39m. Fly via Frontier or Sun Country Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Minneapolis to Portland is about 1422 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Sun Country Air is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $102. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $106 and $109, respectively. Users have found that Sun Country Air is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    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 Minneapolis to Portland on time: WestJet (88%), Condor (88%), Alaska Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Portland?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $89. While the most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Portland) can be booked for $159 on average our data indicates $916 when flying from Minneapolis to Portland.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Minneapolis to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Portland

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Portland. 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$102Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$106Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$109Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$178Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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