Saskatoon to Minneapolis (YXE–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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✈ Nonstop
WS1900
WS WestJet
73H
3:10 PM
CST
6:30 PM
CDT
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS1845
WS WestJet
738
8:15 PM
CDT T1
9:35 PM
CST
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Saskatoon to Minneapolis
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 794 mi 2h 20m nonstop +1h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

YXE–MSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 794 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YXE–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WS WestJet 3 73H 2h20 100%
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) – WS
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WS (3 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, YXE to MSP direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YXE to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
317
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.

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Saskatoon

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Saskatoon, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
794 mi / 1,278 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m.
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.

YXE–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Saskatoon to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance794 mi / 1,278 km
Flight time2h 20m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: YXE
IATA / ICAOYXE / CYXE
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation1,653 ft / 504 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YXE to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 2h 20m. The route covers 794 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: WestJet.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from YXE to MSP. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YQR, SCF, LAS, PHX, YOW, SUA, MZT, PVR, CUN, PUJ, YWG, YYZ, YYC, YVR and YEG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Saskatoon.
Yes, return flights from MSP to YXE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YQR. 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 YXE to MSP

Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YXE to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YXE to MSP ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 794 miles (1,278 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YQR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Regina (YQR).