Traveling from Houston to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Minneapolis taking off from either of these.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is where your flight will arrive in Minneapolis.
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Houston to Minneapolis flight.
Houston and Minneapolis are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 45 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Houston to Minneapolis is with United Airlines at 20:19. Choose the first IAH to MSP departure with Delta Air Lines at 06:20 to make the most of your first day in Minneapolis.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Houston to Minneapolis flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Minneapolis
$78 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Minneapolis. Return flights start from $154. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book two months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Houston to Minneapolis flights.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can catch a direct flight from Houston to Minneapolis leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Begin your journey at IAH and touch down at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Reserve your Houston to Minneapolis plane tickets with Delta Air Lines. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from IAH.
Located around 13 miles from the center of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Minneapolis, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Prefer to take off from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Houston to Minneapolis, seamlessly connecting to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Sun Country Airlines offers direct Houston to Minneapolis plane tickets from HOU. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
HOU is around 10 miles from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Houston to Minneapolis, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them touching down as planned.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 7 miles from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to MSP if you have a late flight from Houston to Minneapolis. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
February is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Minneapolis, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Houston to Minneapolis tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 84ºF.
Search for cheap flights from Houston to Minneapolis in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºF and 30ºF on average.
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Minneapolis, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Minneapolis. Around 300 miles to the south-east, its top attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another standout destination in United States and is around 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without experiencing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.