Houston to Minneapolis (HOU–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Minneapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,059 mi 2h 59m nonstop 99 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between HOU and MSP, connecting options are available through 99 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HOU to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
99
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
DSM ~4h 35m RST ~4h 51m IAH ~5h 1m APA ~5h 12m LUK ~5h 12m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,725
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
HOU → MSP
34%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
34%
Arriving
100%
Return
MSP → HOU
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. HOU delays → MSP delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric HOU→MSP IAH→MSP AUS→MSP
Distance from HOU – 24 mi 148 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 6
Weekly flights 0 87 66
Flight time 2h 59m 2h 44m 1h 24m
Departure OTP 34% – –
Houston (IAH) to Minneapolis flights · Austin (AUS) to Minneapolis flights
Airports within 200 miles of HOU with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Minneapolis is 0 hours the same as Houston.
HOU: CDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
1,059 mi / 1,704 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 59m.
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

HOU–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance1,059 mi / 1,704 km
Flight time2h 59m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections99 hubs
Origin: HOU
Full nameWilliam P. Hobby Airport
IATA / ICAOHOU / KHOU
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr14.2M
Elevation46 ft / 14 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 HOU to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 2h 59m. The route covers 1,059 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DSM, RST, IAH, APA, LUK, YIP, ICT, RIL, TEX, CLE, GSP, BUF, BQK, ELP, TEB, ILM, SCF, APF, ORL, EGE, MMU, SUN, RSW, HPN, MRK, IAD, YYZ, GRR, SRQ, BCT, NAS, JAC, BZN, GDL, EWR, VNY, PHL, FCA, SYR, SUA, PSP, BDL, SEA, YYC, SNA, GCM, MBJ, YVR, SFO, LIR, OMA, MIA, SJU, PBI, JWN, SLC, MDW, BNA, ATL, DFW, DEN, IND, PHX, AUS, OKC, STL, SAT, PDX, MEM, MCO, SMF, HRL, BWI, FLL, LAS, RDU, TPA, MCI, DAL, LGA, CMH, DCA, LAX, SAN, PIT, MSY, CUN, VPS, SDF, CHS, HND, TUS, SJC, ABQ, PVR, SJD, SAV, JAX and BZE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MSP to HOU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include IAH and AUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 HOU to MSP

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

HOU to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HOU to MSP ranges from 2 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,059 miles (1,704 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

99 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DSM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH) and Austin (AUS).