Orlando to Minneapolis (MCO–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MCO–MSP is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,311 miles in approximately 3h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 168 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, LA, VS | 56 | 321, 739, 753 | 3h14-3h41 | SkyTeam | AF, LA, VS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 32 | 738, 739 | 3h24-3h36 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 5 | A21N | 3h50 | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→MSP | MLB→MSP | LAL→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 47 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 134 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 14m | 3h 6m | 3h 4m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Minneapolis.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
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.
MCO–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to MSP
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Sun Country Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 134 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to MSP ranges from 3 hours 14 minutes to 3 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,311 miles (2,110 km). There are approximately 134 weekly flights outbound and 124 return, totaling 258 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
168 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Melbourne (MLB), Lakeland (LAL) and Vero Beach (VRB).