Calgary to Minneapolis (YYC–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AF5749
AF Air France
320
6:30 AM
MDT TM
10:30 AM
CDT
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL2492
DL Delta
320
6:30 AM
MDT TM
10:27 AM
CDT
2h 57m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CNK5
CNK CNK
CL35
3:00 PM
CDT
5:00 PM
MDT
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL2485
DL Delta
320
6:50 PM
CDT T1
9:31 PM
MDT
3h 41m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AF2704
AF Air France
320
6:55 PM
CDT T1
8:54 PM
MDT
2h 59m
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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Calgary to Minneapolis
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,049 mi 2h 57m nonstop +1h ahead 65 1-stop hubs

YYC–MSP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air France and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,049 miles in approximately 2h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 65 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YYC–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AF Air France 7 320 3h 63% SkyTeam
DL Delta Air Lines 7 320 2h57 63% SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – AF, DL
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AF + DL (14 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, YYC to MSP direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
15
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YYC to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
65
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,543
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
YYC → MSP
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
Arriving
84%
Return
MSP → YYC
71%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
71%
Arriving
88%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YYC delays → MSP delays →

Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Calgary

Nearby airports with service to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.
Metric YYC→MSP YEG→MSP FCA→MSP
Distance from YYC 152 mi 194 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 2
Weekly flights 14 7 7
Flight time 2h 57m 2h 51m 2h 40m
Departure OTP 63%
Airports within 200 miles of YYC 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 Calgary.
YYC: MDT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Calgary, it's 7:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
1,049 mi / 1,688 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 57m to 3h 0m.
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.

YYC–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Calgary to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance1,049 mi / 1,688 km
Flight time2h 57m to 3h
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 15 return
1-stop connections65 hubs
Origin: YYC
IATA / ICAOYYC / CYYC
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation3,557 ft / 1,084 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YYC to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Calgary International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 2h 57m to 3h. The route covers 1,049 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air France and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from YYC to MSP. The return direction has about 15 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through APA, MOT, BZN, YIP, DTW, CMH, SCF, TUS, AZA, CVG, DAL, TEB, RDU, IAD, LGA, BED, PIE, APF, GDL, SLC, PSP, YXE, DEN, DFW, BNA, ATL, YWG, JFK, YEG, YYZ, PUJ, SAN, ORD, PHX, LAX, YVR, AMS, LAS, LIR, SEA, YQR, SFO, YUL, MEX, MCO, ANC, EWR, IAH, SNA, TPA, FLL, BFI, PVR, LHR, CUN, MZT, BZE, NAS, SJD, MBJ, ZIH, CZM, HNL, CDG and NRT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Calgary.
Yes, return flights from MSP to YYC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YEG and FCA. 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 YYC to MSP

Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Delta Air Lines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

YYC to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YYC to MSP ranges from 2 hours 57 minutes to 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,049 miles (1,688 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 29 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

65 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via APA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Edmonton (YEG) and Kalispell (FCA).