Minneapolis to Dayton (MSP–DAY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Minneapolis to Dayton
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
573 mi 1h 23m nonstop +1h ahead 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSP and DAY, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to DAY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
MKE ~3h 41m STL ~4h 6m DAL ~4h 50m RDU ~5h 27m CHS ~5h 38m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
825
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSP → DAY
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
Arriving
40%
Return
DAY → MSP
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
79%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays → DAY delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Dayton is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · DAY: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in Dayton.
Distance & Flight Time
573 mi / 923 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 23m.
Getting to MSP

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.

Facts

MSP–DAY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Dayton route.
Route details
Distance573 mi / 923 km
Flight time1h 23m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
Destination: DAY
Full nameJames M. Cox Dayton International Airport
IATA / ICAODAY / KDAY
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Passengers/yr1.2M
Elevation1,009 ft / 308 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSP to DAY flights.
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport take approximately 1h 23m. The route covers 573 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, STL, DAL, RDU, CHS, LGA, YUL, MEM, IAH, SRQ, AUS, NAS, PBI, LAS, PGD, IAD, PIE, DEN, ORD, PHL, ATL, DCA, DFW and CLT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dayton is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis.
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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 MSP to DAY

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MSP to DAY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSP to DAY ranges from 1 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 573 miles (923 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.