Waukesha to Minneapolis (UES–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Waukesha to Minneapolis
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 279 mi 0h 56m nonstop 10 1-stop hubs

UES–MSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Contour Aviation leads the route. The flight covers 279 miles in approximately 0h 56m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop UES–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
LF Contour Aviation 1
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: LF (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for UES to MSP.
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One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
UES → MSP
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
63%
Return
MSP → UES
19%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
19%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Waukesha

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric UES→MSP MKE→MSP MSN→MSP
Distance from UES 18 mi 56 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 4 5
Weekly flights 1 97 49
Flight time 0h 56m 1h 19m 1h 9m
Airports within 200 miles of UES with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Minneapolis is 0 hours the same as Waukesha.
UES: CDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Waukesha, it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
279 mi / 448 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 56m.
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.

UES–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Waukesha to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance279 mi / 448 km
Flight time0h 56m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: UES
IATA / ICAOUES / KUES
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation911 ft / 278 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UES to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Waukesha County Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 0h 56m. The route covers 279 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Contour Aviation.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from UES to MSP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BWI, IAD, AUS, SLC, RSW, SEA, FLL, PBI, DFW and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include MKE, MSN and ORD. 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.

Flights from UES to MSP

Waukesha County Airport (UES) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Contour Aviation. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

UES to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from UES to MSP ranges from 0 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 279 miles (448 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BWI. Nearby alternative airports include Milwaukee (MKE), Madison (MSN) and Chicago (ORD).