Traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Saskatoon International Airport (YXE): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Saskatoon's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Saskatoon one hour behind Minneapolis.
Each week, there are four Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, go for the 12:30 WestJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 12:45 with WestJet.
Your MSP to YXE flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
WestJet offers direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Saskatoon — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with WestJet on this route.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering MSP to YXE flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MSP and YXE:
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
Calgary International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Saskatoon International Airport (YXE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport flight is $72. A return plane ticket is currently $169. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book eight months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MSP to YXE.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MSP to YXE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Saskatoon International Airport (YXE)
If you're arriving on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near YXE:
Pick up a Saskatoon International Airport rental car and explore Saskatoon and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Saskatoon International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to central Saskatoon
From Saskatoon International Airport, Saskatoon is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Saskatoon International Airport (YXE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Saskatoon. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Saskatoon International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Saskatoon, with temperatures ranging from 52ºF to 82ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to YXE in February. Temperatures average between -17ºF and 27ºF then.
Explore more of Canada
Saskatoon is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 300 miles west of Saskatoon, a trip to Edmonton will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 150 miles south-east of Saskatoon, Regina is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Royal Saskatchewan Museum, Wascana Centre Park and Saskatchewan Legislative Building.
