Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Memphis (the location of Memphis International Airport).
The most popular route is from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Take your pick of 19 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEM to MSP is the 06:00 Delta Air Lines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 18:45 with Delta Air Lines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MEM to Minneapolis flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Begin your journey at MEM and fly straight to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Memphis, MEM can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEM:
79.88% of flights that leave from Memphis International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Minneapolis
C$152 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis flight. A return flight ticket starts at C$301. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MEM to Minneapolis.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
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 explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from MEM to Minneapolis can help you lock in the lowest rate.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Plan your trip to Minneapolis in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MEM to Minneapolis around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Memphis International Airport to Minneapolis, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another well-known destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.