Minneapolis to Charlotte (MSP–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MSP–CLT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 930 miles in approximately 2h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 171 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: BA | 44 | 319, 320 | 2h38-2h46 | Oneworld | BA | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, KL, VS | 27 | 319, 712, 717, BCS1 | 2h27-2h32 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, KL, VS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 3 | 738 | 2h31-2h32 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→CLT | RST→CLT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 143 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 27m | 1h 36m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in Charlotte.
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.
No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.
MSP–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to CLT
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines. With 143 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to CLT ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes to 2 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 930 miles (1,496 km). There are approximately 143 weekly flights outbound and 151 return, totaling 294 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
171 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (RST).