Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Reno.
Flights from RNO to MSP start at 06:30 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your RNO to MSP flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Minneapolis — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RNO and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
$117 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $244. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RNO to MSP.
The cheapest month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RNO to MSP.
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Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RNO arrive on schedule 83.01% of the time.
To get to Reno/Tahoe International Airport from central Reno, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near RNO? If you're boarding an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Book a hotel close to MSP if you have a late Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures 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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Minneapolis and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is roughly 21 kilometers from the center of Minneapolis. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Minneapolis during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RNO to MSP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometers south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Around 467 kilometers south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
