Regina to Minneapolis (YQR–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
WS3824
WS WestJet
DH8D
11:35 AM
CST
3:03 PM
CDT
2h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS3817
WS WestJet
DH8D
4:45 PM
CDT T1
6:31 PM
CST
2h 46m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Regina to Minneapolis
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 655 mi 2h 28m nonstop +1h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

YQR–MSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 655 miles in approximately 2h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YQR–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WS WestJet 7 DH8D 2h28 100%
Aircraft on this route
DH8D De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q – WS
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WS (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YQR to MSP direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YQR to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
439
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
YQR → MSP
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
68%
Return
MSP → YQR
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YQR delays → MSP delays →

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Regina

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric YQR→MSP YXE→MSP XWA→MSP
Distance from YQR 149 mi 156 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 7 3 20
Flight time 2h 28m 2h 21m 1h 56m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of YQR 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 Regina.
YQR: CST · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Regina, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
655 mi / 1,054 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 28m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

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.

YQR–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Regina to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance655 mi / 1,054 km
Flight time2h 28m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: YQR
IATA / ICAOYQR / CYQR
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation1,894 ft / 577 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YQR to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Regina International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 2h 28m. The route covers 655 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: WestJet.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from YQR to MSP. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YXE, YWG, MZT, DEN, YYZ, PUJ, PHX, YVR, PVR, YYC, LAS, YEG and CUN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Regina.
Yes, return flights from MSP to YQR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YXE and XWA. 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 YQR to MSP

Regina International Airport (YQR) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YQR to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YQR to MSP ranges from 2 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 655 miles (1,054 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YXE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Saskatoon (YXE) and Williston (XWA).