Houston to Minneapolis (IAH–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–MSP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,036 miles in approximately 2h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NZ, VA | 43 | 319, 320, 738, 7M9, B39M, E7W | 2h50-3h01 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ, VA | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | 34 | 221, 223, BCS1, BCS3 | 2h40-2h52 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, VS, WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MSP | HOU→MSP | CLL→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 169 | 3 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 52m | 2h 43m | 2h 16m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
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.
IAH–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MSP
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 169 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MSP is about 2 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,036 miles (1,667 km). There are approximately 169 weekly flights outbound and 112 return, totaling 281 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Northwest Arkansas National, Kansas City and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).