El Paso to Minneapolis (ELP–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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El Paso to Minneapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,147 mi 2h 43m nonstop +2h ahead 35 1-stop hubs

ELP–MSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. GXA leads the route. The flight covers 1,147 miles in approximately 2h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ELP–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
GXA GXA 0 – – 100% – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: GXA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
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 ELP to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
FTW ~3h 32m TEX ~4h 55m AZA ~5h 22m AEX ~5h 29m EGE ~5h 39m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,264
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
ELP → MSP
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
79%
Return
MSP → ELP
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
Arriving
84%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ELP delays → MSP delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in El Paso, it's 8:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
1,147 mi / 1,846 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 43m.
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

ELP–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the El Paso to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance1,147 mi / 1,846 km
Flight time2h 43m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: ELP
Full nameEl Paso International Airport
IATA / ICAOELP / KELP
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr4.1M
Elevation3,959 ft / 1,207 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 ELP to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from El Paso International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 2h 43m. The route covers 1,147 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: GXA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FTW, TEX, AZA, AEX, EGE, ICT, PDX, HOU, HRL, JAX, CLT, SCF, YVR, CHS, MSO, CMH, FLL, PBI, PSP, AUS, ORD, SEA, DEN, PHX, SAT, ATL, DFW, LAS, IAH, SAN, LAX, CVG, DAL, BOI and ABQ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of El Paso.
Yes, return flights from MSP to ELP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ELP to MSP

El Paso International Airport (ELP) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from GXA.

ELP to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ELP to MSP ranges from 2 hours 43 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,147 miles (1,846 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.