Winnipeg to Minneapolis (YWG–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YWG–MSP is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Air France and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 395 miles in approximately 1h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 21 | E75L, E7W | 1h34-1h50 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AF Air France | 7 | E7W | 1h49 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | E7W | 1h36 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Winnipeg
| Metric | YWG→MSP | GFK→MSP | TVF→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YWG | – | 136 mi | 136 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 35 | 12 |
| Flight time | 1h 34m | 1h 19m | 0h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YWG: CDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Winnipeg, it's 6:00 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.
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.
YWG–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YWG to MSP
Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Air France, Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YWG to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YWG to MSP ranges from 1 hours 34 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 395 miles (636 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 47 return, totaling 82 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SDF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Grand Forks (GFK), Thief River Falls (TVF) and International Falls (INL).