Vancouver to Minneapolis (YVR–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YVR–MSP is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,432 miles in approximately 3h 24m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, KL, VS, WS | 20 | 320, 321, 739 | 3h25-3h33 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, KL, VS, WS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 6 | 738 | 3h24 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→MSP | YXX→MSP | YYJ→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 39 mi | 39 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 81 | – | – |
| Flight time | 3h 24m | 4h 9m | 2h 41m |
| Departure OTP | 68% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 8:00 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 Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
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.
YVR–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to MSP
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 81 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YVR to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to MSP is about 3 hours 24 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,432 miles (2,305 km). There are approximately 81 weekly flights outbound and 51 return, totaling 132 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Calgary, Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson and Seattle–Tacoma. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abbotsford (YXX) and Victoria (YYJ).