Oakland to Minneapolis (OAK–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Oakland to Minneapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,575 mi 3h 20m nonstop +2h ahead 95 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between OAK and MSP, connecting options are available through 95 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OAK to MSP.
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One-Stop Connections
95
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,318
Candidates
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Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Oakland

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric OAK→MSP SFO→MSP SJC→MSP
Distance from OAK 11 mi 29 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 7 5
Weekly flights 0 142 21
Flight time 3h 20m 3h 33m 3h 17m
Departure OTP 65%
Airports within 200 miles of OAK with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Oakland.
OAK: PDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Oakland, it's 8:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
1,575 mi / 2,534 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 20m.
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.

OAK–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Oakland to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance1,575 mi / 2,534 km
Flight time3h 20m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections95 hubs
Origin: OAK
IATA / ICAOOAK / KOAK
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.6M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about OAK to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 3h 20m. The route covers 1,575 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SUN, MRY, VNY, APA, TRM, SCF, SJC, TEX, SBA, BZN, MSN, CLD, OMA, RNO, YYJ, LGB, ICT, LAN, MKE, FCA, AZA, TUS, BFI, JAC, ELP, YIP, PWK, LUK, YVR, EUG, BNA, MEM, OKC, SDF, ROA, EGE, TYS, SJD, YYZ, DFW, MTY, MSY, PVR, BWI, MMU, TEB, CHS, YOW, ISM, IAD, ATL, ACY, AGS, PHL, BDL, GDL, JAX, YUL, MCO, APF, VRB, HPN, BCT, OPF, BOS, BTV, BED, FXE, FLL, PBI, MIA, ANC, RTB, LIR, SJO, MDW, SLC, AUS, SEA, HNL, ABQ, BOI, LAX, PDX, DAL, MEX, LAS, DEN, PHX, PSP, SAN, GEG, HOU, HND and SNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Oakland.
Yes, return flights from MSP to OAK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SFO, SJC and SMF. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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.

Flights from OAK to MSP

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

OAK to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OAK to MSP ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,575 miles (2,534 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

95 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SUN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC) and Sacramento (SMF).