Minneapolis to Toronto (MSP–YYZ) — 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–YYZ is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 677 miles in approximately 2h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: EK, SN | 20 | BCS3, CR9, E75S | 2h03-2h08 | Star Alliance | EK, SN | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: KE, VS, WS | 20 | CR9 | 2h10-2h14 | SkyTeam | KE, VS, WS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 3 | 738 | 1h57 | – | – | |
| AF Air France | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Toronto from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→YYZ | RST→YYZ | DLH→YYZ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 76 mi | 144 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 99 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 9m | 1h 42m | 1h 22m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in Toronto.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
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.
UP Express from T1 to Union Station runs every 15 minutes (25 min, CAD $12.35). The station is inside T1; take the LINK train from T3 arrivals first (free, 3 min). Taxis to downtown use a meter; expect CAD $55–75.Ride-hail (Uber, Lyft) picks up at the designated Ground Transportation area; follow signs. TTC buses run to the Kipling and Bloor–Yonge subway stations (CAD $3.30) for a longer but cheaper option. Car rental agencies are at T1 and accessible from T3 via the LINK train.
Humid continental climate. Winters are harsh (−10 to −1°C, December–March) with significant snowfall. Pearson closes runways for plowing and de-icing regularly, causing wave delays. Ice storms (freezing rain) are more disruptive than snowfall and can halt operations for hours. Buffalo-effect lake-effect snow can bring heavy accumulations with little warning.
Summers are warm and humid (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that delay departures July–August. Spring and fall are pleasant but unpredictable. YYZ connections in winter require significant schedule buffer. It is Canada's most weather-disrupted major hub.
MSP–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to YYZ
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and Air France. With 99 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to YYZ is about 2 hours 9 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 677 miles (1,089 km). There are approximately 99 weekly flights outbound and 122 return, totaling 221 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 Cincinnati Northern Kentucky. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (RST) and Duluth (DLH).