Mexico City to Minneapolis (NLU–MSP) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
IAH Houston 7h 12m EKTK AFAMDL Houston (IAH) to Minneapolis flights
CUN Cancún 7h 51m CMF9VB DLSY Cancún (CUN) to Minneapolis flights
LAX Los Angeles 9h 28m M7 AFAMDL Los Angeles (LAX) to Minneapolis flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 11h 18m AC AAAFAM Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Minneapolis flights
ANC Anchorage 16h 24m CX AFAMAS Anchorage (ANC) to Minneapolis flights
MTY Monterrey ~6h 9m LHVB Monterrey (MTY) to Minneapolis flights
PVR Puerto Vallarta ~6h 12m VB Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to Minneapolis flights
GDL Guadalajara ~6h 49m ACAFAM Guadalajara (GDL) to Minneapolis flights
ZIH Ixtapa ~6h 49m VB Ixtapa (ZIH) to Minneapolis flights
MZT Mazatlàn ~7h 12m VB Mazatlàn (MZT) to Minneapolis flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Mexico City to Minneapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between NLU and MSP, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for NLU to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
618
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
NLU → MSP
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
Return
MSP → NLU
55%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
55%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Mexico City

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric NLU→MSP MEX→MSP QRO→MSP
Distance from NLU 22 mi 97 mi
Nonstop airlines 4 1
Weekly flights 14 1
Airports within 200 miles of NLU with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
NLU: CST · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting from MSP

Metro Blue Line from T1-Lindbergh to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse/Hennepin) takes 25–28 minutes ($2.50). T2-Humphrey has its own Blue Line stop. Trains run frequently 5am–1am. Taxis from T1 to downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40; to St. Paul $30–45.Ride-hail pickup is on the ground level outside baggage claim. Rental car center is connected to T1 via the tram system. Mall of America (Bloomington) is 13 minutes by Blue Line; useful if connecting to suburban destinations. MSP is unusually well-integrated with regional transit for a US airport.

Minneapolis Climate

Humid continental climate. One of the coldest major hub airports in the United States. Winters are severe (−15 to −2°C, November–March) with heavy snow and extreme cold snaps. Delta's de-icing operation at MSP is among the largest in the US, but heavy blizzards cause ground stops and cascading delays. Wind chill below −30°C occurs multiple times each winter.

Summers are warm and pleasant (22–30°C) with occasional severe thunderstorms in June–August. Spring brings tornado risk in the broader region. MSP has a strong snow operations record. Cancellations happen, but the airport manages heavy snowfall better than many eastern hubs. Pack serious winter gear from November through March.

NLU–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mexico City to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: NLU
IATA / ICAONLU / MMSM
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.3M
Elevation7,369 ft / 2,246 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NLU to MSP flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include George Bush Intercontinental, Cancún and Los Angeles.
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Nearby alternatives include MEX and QRO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Bush Intercontinental, Cancún and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (MEX) and Querétaro (QRO).