Lincoln to Minneapolis (LNK–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Lincoln to Minneapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 331 mi 34 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LNK and MSP, connecting options are available through 34 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LNK to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
34
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
404
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Lincoln

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric LNK→MSP OMA→MSP MCI→MSP
Distance from LNK – 55 mi 152 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 9 7
Weekly flights 1 89 139
Departure OTP 100% – –
Omaha (OMA) to Minneapolis flights · Kansas City (MCI) to Minneapolis flights · Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis flights
Airports within 200 miles of LNK 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 Lincoln.
LNK: CDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Lincoln, it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
331 mi / 533 km
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

LNK–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lincoln to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance331 mi / 533 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections34 hubs
Origin: LNK
Full nameLincoln Airport
IATA / ICAOLNK / KLNK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation1,219 ft / 372 m
Destination: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LNK to MSP flights.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LNK to MSP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA, DSM, MKE, MDW, SBN, OKC, DAL, HOU, SDF, BNA, IAH, DFW, IAD, CLE, AUS, ABQ, SLC, TEB, SCF, RSW, CHS, EWR, PHX, LAX, JAX, BOS, OAK, LAS, PSP, SFO, PLS, ORD, DEN and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MSP to LNK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include OMA, MCI and DSM. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA), Kansas City (MCI) and Des Moines (DSM).