Missoula to Minneapolis (MSO–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AF5655
AF Air France
319
7:30 AM
MDT TM
11:22 AM
CDT
2h 52m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL2907
DL Delta
221
8:32 AM
MDT TM
12:15 PM
CDT
2h 43m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL2610
DL Delta
221
8:32 PM
CDT T1
10:16 PM
MDT
2h 44m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Missoula to Minneapolis
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,010 mi 2h 43m nonstop +1h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

MSO–MSP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air France and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,010 miles in approximately 2h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MSO–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AF Air France 7 319 2h52 SkyTeam
DL Delta Air Lines 7 221 2h43 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
221 Airbus A220-100 – DL
319 Airbus A319 – AF
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AF + DL (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MSO to MSP direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSO to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
649
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSO → MSP
79%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
79%
Return
MSP → MSO
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Missoula

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric MSO→MSP FCA→MSP BZN→MSP
Distance from MSO 97 mi 161 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 2 4
Weekly flights 14 7 29
Flight time 2h 43m 3h 12m 1h 40m
Airports within 200 miles of MSO with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Missoula.
MSO: MDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Missoula, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
1,010 mi / 1,626 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 43m to 2h 52m.
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.

MSO–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Missoula to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance1,010 mi / 1,626 km
Flight time2h 43m to 2h 52m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 7 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: MSO
IATA / ICAOMSO / KMSO
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr1.0M
Elevation3,206 ft / 977 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSO to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Missoula Montana Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 2h 43m to 2h 52m. The route covers 1,010 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air France and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from MSO to MSP. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SJC, GEG, PVD, AZA, SLC, DFW, DEN, SEA, ORD, SFO, LAS, HND and PDX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Missoula.
Yes, return flights from MSP to MSO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FCA, BZN and GEG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 MSO to MSP

Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Delta Air Lines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

MSO to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSO to MSP ranges from 2 hours 43 minutes to 2 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,010 miles (1,626 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SJC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kalispell (FCA), Bozeman (BZN) and Spokane (GEG).