Rifle to Minneapolis (RIL–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rifle to Minneapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 828 mi 1h 38m nonstop +1h ahead 31 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RIL and MSP, connecting options are available through 31 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RIL to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
STL ~3h 59m HDN ~4h 15m EGE ~4h 27m OMA ~4h 41m SLC ~4h 47m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
61
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RIL → MSP
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
Return
MSP → RIL
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Rifle

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric RIL→MSP EGE→MSP MTJ→MSP
Distance from RIL – 44 mi 71 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 2 1 1
Flight time 1h 38m 2h 25m 1h 47m
Eagle (EGE) to Minneapolis flights · Montrose (MTJ) to Minneapolis flights · Hayden (HDN) to Minneapolis flights
Airports within 200 miles of RIL with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
RIL: MDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rifle, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
828 mi / 1,332 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 38m to 2h 14m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

RIL–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rifle to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance828 mi / 1,332 km
Flight time1h 38m to 2h 14m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: RIL
Full nameGarfield County Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORIL / KRIL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,548 ft / 1,691 m
Destination: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RIL to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Garfield County Regional Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 1h 38m to 2h 14m. The route covers 828 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from RIL to MSP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, HDN, EGE, OMA, SLC, DEN, MDW, BZN, IND, ORD, LAS, ELP, RNO, PHX, IAH, DAL, PIT, SMF, SJC, YYZ, LAX, SAT, AUS, CLT, DFW, ATL, SFO, NAS, PHL, SRQ and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
Nearby alternatives include EGE, MTJ and HDN. 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 RIL to MSP

Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RIL to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RIL to MSP ranges from 1 hours 38 minutes to 2 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 828 miles (1,332 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eagle (EGE), Montrose (MTJ) and Hayden (HDN).