Philadelphia to Minneapolis (PHL–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–MSP is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 978 miles in approximately 2h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 112 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 35 | CR9 | 2h55-3h14 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 30 | 221, 320, 712, 739, E75S | 2h36-3h04 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | 739 | 3h | SkyTeam | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 7 | CR9 | 3h04 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 2 | 738 | 2h55 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→MSP | EWR→MSP | BWI→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 80 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 6 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 81 | 78 | 46 |
| Flight time | 2h 36m | 2h 50m | 2h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 52% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 5:00 PM in Minneapolis.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
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.
PHL–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to MSP
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta Air Lines, Aer Lingus and Sun Country Airlines. With 81 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to MSP ranges from 2 hours 36 minutes to 3 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 978 miles (1,574 km). There are approximately 81 weekly flights outbound and 90 return, totaling 171 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
112 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CGF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR), Baltimore (BWI) and Teterboro (TEB).