Route guide · 448 miles
Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to St. Louis
MSP → STL · Nonstop 1h 25m · Live round-trip fares
The run from Minneapolis (MSP) to St. Louis (STL) is 448 miles of sky, and ticket prices on it are anything but steady. One week can cost double the next. Booking about 2–4 weeks in advance — and watching fares with a free Airfare Deal alert — is how regulars on this route keep costs down.
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Flight time
1h 25m
Nonstop, typical
Distance
448 mi
MSP → STL
Book ahead
2–4 weeks
Best window, typically
Nonstop airlines
2
Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis to St. Louis
The fastest way between the two cities is the nonstop: about 1h 25m for the 448-mile run from MSP to STL. Those flights are flown by Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines. Prices behave best when you book 2–4 weeks out.
Booking insights: Minneapolis → St. Louis
- Distance: 448 miles · nonstop flight time: 1h 25m.
- Fares tend to bottom out when you book about 2–4 weeks ahead — earlier than that rarely helps, later usually hurts.
- Tuesday and Wednesday departures usually undercut Friday and Sunday fares on routes like this one.
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Flying from Minneapolis to St. Louis: what you need to know
The flight
At 448 miles, MSP to STL is one of those quick up-and-down flights: roughly 1h 25m nonstop. There's no meal service to plan around — the decisions that matter here are departure time and which airport entrance traffic is kinder to you.
Airlines on this route
Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop. That matters more than it sounds: the cheapest fare on one carrier is rarely the same product as the cheapest on another. Checked-bag fees, free seat selection and change rules all differ, so compare the full trip cost before you pick a winner. See our airline guides for exactly what each carrier charges — then send an enquiry and we'll confirm the all-in price for your dates.
Leaving from Minneapolis (MSP)
Plan to be at the airport two hours before a domestic departure — ninety minutes can work at smaller airports outside peak times, but security lines are the one variable you can't control. If you're checking a bag, add time rather than cutting it close. Our Minneapolis airport guide covers terminals, parking and ground transport so you can plan the trip to the airport, not just the flight.
Arriving in St. Louis (STL)
Before you land, know how you're getting from the airport to where you're staying — it's the part of the trip people forget to plan. The St. Louis airport guide lays out your ground options, from transit and shuttles to rideshares and rental cars. Flying back the other way? Check St. Louis to Minneapolis fares — prices on the return direction often move on a different rhythm.
When to book
For a trip of 448 miles, booking 2–4 weeks ahead typically lands you in the sweet spot. Leave it to the final two weeks and prices usually climb as the cheapest seats sell out. If your dates are flexible, midweek departures are where the lower fares hide on most domestic routes.
Good to know before you go
- If you're traveling with only a carry-on, you can skip the bag-drop line entirely with mobile check-in.
- Download the airline's app before you fly; gate changes and delays show up there first.
- Nonstop time on this route is about 1h 25m — a one-stop itinerary needs to be a lot cheaper to be worth the extra hours.
- Tuesday and Wednesday departures are typically the cheapest days on domestic routes.
- Screenshot your fare before you enquire — prices move, and a saved fare helps our team match or beat it.
Minneapolis to St. Louis flight FAQs
How long is the flight from MSP to STL?
Plan on about 1h 25m in the air for a nonstop from Minneapolis to St. Louis — the route runs roughly 448 miles. Connecting flights typically add 2–4 hours.
Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to St. Louis?
Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines typically operate nonstop flights from MSP to STL. Nonstops are usually cheapest when booked 2–4 weeks ahead of departure.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to St. Louis?
Travelers usually find the gentlest prices away from peak periods — think post-holiday January and the early-fall weeks. Midweek dates inside those windows are cheaper still.
How much are last minute flights from MSP to STL?
Book inside the final week and you'll usually pay a premium on MSP to STL. Fares booked 2–4 weeks ahead are almost always kinder.
What is a good round-trip deal from Minneapolis to St. Louis?
A good deal is anything at or below the recent fares shown above. Set a free Airfare Deal alert and we'll ping you the moment fares drop.
Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to St. Louis?
You'll mainly see Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines on Minneapolis to St. Louis. Checking each against the live fares below is the surest way to find the lowest price for your dates.
How early should I get to Minneapolis airport for this flight?
Plan on two hours before departure for a domestic flight — ninety minutes can work at smaller airports outside peak times. If you're checking a bag, earlier is better; the bag-drop line, not the flight, is what runs late.
Do the cheapest fares on this route include a checked bag?
Usually not. Basic economy fares on most airlines include a carry-on but charge extra for checked bags, and seat selection can cost more too. Add up the real total before comparing — a slightly higher regular fare sometimes works out cheaper. Our team confirms the full breakdown with you before you pay.
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