Minneapolis to Colorado Springs (MSP–COS) — 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–COS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 724 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | CR9 | 2h20 | SkyTeam | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Colorado Springs from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→COS | BRD→COS | LSE→COS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 114 mi | 119 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 11m | 1h 58m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · COS: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 5:00 PM in Colorado Springs.
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.
MSP–COS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to COS
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MSP to COS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to COS is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 724 miles (1,165 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 17 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Chicago Midway and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Brainerd (BRD), La Crosse (LSE) and Waterloo (ALO).