Flying from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), the city's main airports.
Hop on a direct Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), with 45 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IAH to MSP is the 6am Delta Air Lines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 8:21pm with United Airlines.
Your flight from Houston to MSP won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Take the express route from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Direct flights from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) operate from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top carrier operates services from IAH.
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from IAH to MSP.
United Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 82.95% of services arriving on schedule.
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
78.42% of flights that leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Catching a flight out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) flight tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Take a direct flight from Houston to MSP with Sun Country Airlines. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of HOU.
Sun Country Airlines is the top choice for bookings on the HOU to MSP route.
Sun Country Airlines is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
You can arrive at HOU from the centre of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Houston to MSP flight, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 81.06% of flights departing here land when expected.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Central Minneapolis is roughly 11 kilometres from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
At the moment, $83 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $226. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Houston to MSP if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Minneapolis. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Houston to MSP flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Minneapolis right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minnehaha Regional Park are top sights which should be on any well-planned Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Rochester will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Duluth is another essential stop in the United States and is around 225 kilometres north of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without visiting Skyline Parkway, Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive and Glensheen Estate.
