Minneapolis to Reno (MSP–RNO) — 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–RNO is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,402 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 5 | 738 | 3h34 | SkyTeam | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 2 | 738 | 3h36 | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Reno from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→RNO | ALO→RNO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | – |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 2h 39m |
| Departure OTP | 71% | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · RNO: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 4:00 PM in Reno.
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–RNO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to RNO
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MSP to RNO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to RNO is about 3 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,402 miles (2,256 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Harry Reid and Salt Lake City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Waterloo (ALO).