Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Birmingham and Minneapolis share the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To ensure you get on your BHM to MSP flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BHM and MSP:
Kansas City International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
General Mitchell International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Right now, $286 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $589. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BHM to MSP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BHM land at their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near BHM:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider booking a hotel close to MSP if you're taking a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHM to MSP sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Minneapolis, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to tick off its top attractions. From Miller Park to Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Omaha is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without seeing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.