Montréal to Minneapolis (YUL–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YUL–MSP is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Delta Air Lines and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 947 miles in approximately 2h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AV | 7 | BCS3 | 2h54 | Star Alliance | AV | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, WS | 7 | CR7 | 3h | SkyTeam | AF, KE, WS | |
| LH Lufthansa | 3 | 223 | 2h54 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→MSP | YMX→MSP | BTV→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 20 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | – | 9 |
| Flight time | 2h 57m | 2h 2m | 3h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 5:00 PM in Minneapolis.
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.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
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.
YUL–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to MSP
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa and Sun Country Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to MSP is about 2 hours 57 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 947 miles (1,525 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Cleveland Hopkins. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YMX), Burlington (BTV) and Ottawa (YOW).