Traveling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Tampa.
Flights from TPA to MSP start from 06:10 — the first with Sun Country Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:27 with Sun Country Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 44 weekly Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your TPA to MSP flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Minneapolis — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Delta Air Lines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that offers TPA to MSP flights. An impressive 82.8% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
At the moment, $64 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $155. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from TPA to MSP by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, data shows 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Tampa International Airport from central Tampa, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near TPA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider booking a hotel close to MSP if you're taking a late Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and discover more of Minneapolis and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
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 central Minneapolis. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Minneapolis in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Tampa International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TPA to MSP in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometers away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another essential stop in United States and is around 467 kilometers south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.