Traveling from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, making Minneapolis one hour ahead of Albuquerque.
Every week, there are nine Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, take the 06:45 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:30 with Sun Country Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ABQ to MSP flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as October? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Albuquerque International Sunport 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 you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering ABQ to MSP flights. A dependable 98.0% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ABQ and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
$79 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Return flights start from $158. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from ABQ to MSP by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
The address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from ABQ land on schedule 85.09% of the time.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is approximately 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ABQ? If you've booked an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider booking a hotel near MSP if you're taking a late Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and discover Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to the center of Minneapolis has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 miles away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport for July if you want to go to Minneapolis during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 57ºF and 84ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from ABQ to MSP in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºF and 30ºF on average.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Minneapolis. Around 300 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without visiting Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.