Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Albany.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ALB to MSP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between ALB and MSP include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
$148 is the best price for a one-way Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Return flights start at $221. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ALB to MSP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from ALB to MSP is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
The address for ALB is 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
73.92% of flights departing from Albany International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Albany International Airport from central Albany, it takes about 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ALB? If you've booked an early flight from Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSP if you're catching a late Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route 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.
Reserving your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
The address for MSP is 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.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Minneapolis in February.
When booking your flight from Albany International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with the temperature ranging from 57ºF to 84ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALB to MSP in January. Temperatures average between -2ºF and 30ºF then.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Minneapolis. Around 300 miles away to the south-east, its top attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Around 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another favorite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
