Minneapolis to Rochester (MSP–RST) — 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–RST is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and Air France lead the route. The flight covers 76 miles in approximately 0h 47m. 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: AM, KE, VS | 21 | CR7, CR9 | 0h45-0h52 | SkyTeam | AM, KE, VS | |
| AF Air France | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| TWY TWY | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · RST: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 6:00 PM in Rochester.
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–RST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to RST
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Rochester International Airport (RST) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Air France. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to RST Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to RST is about 0 hours 47 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 76 miles (122 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 110 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.