Traveling from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 3 hours 19 minutes. Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Minneapolis 2 hours ahead of Reno.
Every week, there are 3 flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. To be on board as early as possible, select the 06:30 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from RNO to MSP is 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between RNO and MSP:
Salt Lake City International Airport
Denver 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)
C$137 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. A return flight starts from C$328. These prices may change depending on demand.
Score cheap flight tickets from RNO to MSP by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Reno, Reno/Tahoe International Airport can be reached in about 12 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 31 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near RNO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
From Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, Minneapolis is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 26 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Minneapolis in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from RNO to MSP sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
As soon as you've booked your flights from RNO to MSP, you'll need to find a hotel in Minneapolis. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Minneapolis itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Minneapolis getaway.
