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

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Minneapolis to Lincoln
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 21 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSP and LNK, connecting options are available through 21 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
21
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
OMA ~3h 9m STL ~4h 19m MDW ~4h 29m OKC ~4h 53m IND ~5h 17m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
312
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 → LNK
62%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
62%
Arriving
34%
Return
LNK → MSP
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
63%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays → LNK delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Lincoln is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · LNK: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 5:00 PM in Lincoln.
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
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections21 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: LNK
Full nameLincoln Airport
IATA / ICAOLNK / KLNK
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation1,219 ft / 372 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSP to LNK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA, STL, MDW, OKC, IND, TYS, TEB, TUS, EWR, BNA, PIT, LAS, PSP, SAN, FLL, SJC, LAX, PBI, ORD, DEN and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lincoln is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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