Minneapolis to New York (MSP–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,026 miles in approximately 2h 52m. 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, KL, LA, LY, MU, SK, VS, WS | 24 | BCS1, CR9 | 2h44-3h06 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, LY, MU, SK, VS, WS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 10 | 738 | 2h40-2h43 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→JFK | RST→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 133 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 52m | 1h 47m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
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.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
MSP–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to JFK
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and American Airlines. With 133 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to JFK is about 2 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,026 miles (1,651 km). There are approximately 133 weekly flights outbound and 138 return, totaling 271 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Indianapolis and Pittsburgh. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (RST).