Minneapolis to Lincoln (MSP–LNK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Minneapolis to Lincoln
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
331 mi 1h 48m nonstop 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSP and LNK, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to LNK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
404
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Lincoln is 0 hours the same as Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · LNK: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 6:00 PM in Lincoln.
Distance & Flight Time
331 mi / 533 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 48m.
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–LNK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Lincoln route.
Route details
Distance331 mi / 533 km
Flight time1h 48m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
Destination: LNK
Full nameLincoln Airport
IATA / ICAOLNK / KLNK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation1,219 ft / 372 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSP to LNK flights.
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field to Lincoln Airport take approximately 1h 48m. The route covers 331 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OFK, OMA, STL, MDW, SBN, OKC, SDF, MKE, IND, CLE, DAL, AUS, SLC, SAT, ATL, TYS, CHS, BNA, EWR, TEB, PHX, TUS, HOU, PIT, APF, PSP, PBI, OAK, SAN, FLL, SJC, LAX, SNA, IAH, ORD, DEN, LAS and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from LNK to MSP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 LNK

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Lincoln Airport (LNK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MSP to LNK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSP to LNK ranges from 1 hours 48 minutes. The route covers a distance of 331 miles (533 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via OFK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.