Albuquerque to Minneapolis (ABQ–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Albuquerque to Minneapolis
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 980 mi 23h 38m nonstop +2h ahead 34 1-stop hubs

ABQ–MSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 980 miles in approximately 23h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ABQ–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines 1 – – 72% SkyTeam –
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: DL (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ABQ to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
34
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
APA ~4h 21m ICT ~5h 5m ELP ~5h 5m EGE ~5h 36m PSP ~6h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,564
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ABQ → MSP
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Arriving
79%
Return
MSP → ABQ
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ABQ delays → MSP delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Albuquerque.
ABQ: MST · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Albuquerque, it's 8:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
980 mi / 1,577 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 23h 38m.
Getting from MSP

Metro Blue Line from T1-Lindbergh to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse/Hennepin) takes 25–28 minutes ($2.50). T2-Humphrey has its own Blue Line stop. Trains run frequently 5am–1am. Taxis from T1 to downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40; to St. Paul $30–45.Ride-hail pickup is on the ground level outside baggage claim. Rental car center is connected to T1 via the tram system. Mall of America (Bloomington) is 13 minutes by Blue Line; useful if connecting to suburban destinations. MSP is unusually well-integrated with regional transit for a US airport.

Minneapolis Climate

Humid continental climate. One of the coldest major hub airports in the United States. Winters are severe (−15 to −2°C, November–March) with heavy snow and extreme cold snaps. Delta's de-icing operation at MSP is among the largest in the US, but heavy blizzards cause ground stops and cascading delays. Wind chill below −30°C occurs multiple times each winter.

Summers are warm and pleasant (22–30°C) with occasional severe thunderstorms in June–August. Spring brings tornado risk in the broader region. MSP has a strong snow operations record. Cancellations happen, but the airport manages heavy snowfall better than many eastern hubs. Pack serious winter gear from November through March.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ABQ–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Albuquerque to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance980 mi / 1,577 km
Flight time23h 38m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections34 hubs
Origin: ABQ
Full nameAlbuquerque International Sunport
IATA / ICAOABQ / KABQ
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr5.4M
Elevation5,355 ft / 1,632 m
Destination: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ABQ to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Albuquerque International Sunport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 23h 38m. The route covers 980 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ABQ to MSP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through APA, ICT, ELP, EGE, PSP, RNO, HOU, SNA, YYC, IND, SJC, OKC, SLC, MDW, SEA, DFW, AUS, PDX, DEN, MCO, ATL, PHX, LAS, ORD, SAN, LAX, DAL, BWI, SFO, IAH, BNA, MCI, IAD and SCF. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Albuquerque.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ABQ to MSP

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ABQ to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ABQ to MSP ranges from 23 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 980 miles (1,577 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via APA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.