Minneapolis to Austin (MSP–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MSP–AUS is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,043 miles in approximately 2h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | 27 | 320, E7W | 2h38-2h50 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 2h35-2h40 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 2 | 738 | 2h47 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | 3h01 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→AUS | RST→AUS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 90 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 44m | 2h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · AUS: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 6:00 PM in Austin.
Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
MSP–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to AUS
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and American Airlines. With 90 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to AUS is about 2 hours 44 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,043 miles (1,678 km). There are approximately 90 weekly flights outbound and 91 return, totaling 181 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via St. Louis Lambert, Eppley Airfield and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (RST).