Denver to Minneapolis (DEN–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DEN–MSP is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 679 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 60 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h44-2h10 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM | 42 | 319, 320, 738, 7M9 | 1h25-2h04 | Star Alliance | AC, CM | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, VS, WS | 41 | 321, 739, A21N | 1h55-2h07 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, VS, WS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 23 | 738 | 1h59-2h15 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 14 | 320, A21N | 1h53-2h03 | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Denver
| Metric | DEN→MSP | COS→MSP | CYS→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DEN | – | 73 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 241 | 17 | – |
| Flight time | 2h | 2h 18m | 1h 21m |
| Departure OTP | 98% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DEN: MDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.
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.
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.
DEN–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEN to MSP
Denver International Airport (DEN) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and Frontier. With 241 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEN to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEN to MSP is about 2 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 679 miles (1,092 km). There are approximately 241 weekly flights outbound and 264 return, totaling 505 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Eppley Airfield, Sioux Falls Regional and Des Moines. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Colorado Springs (COS), Cheyenne (CYS) and Pueblo (PUB).