Toronto to Minneapolis (YYZ–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YYZ–MSP is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Air Canada and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 677 miles in approximately 2h 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: AM, KE, VS, WS | 20 | CR9 | 2h23-2h32 | SkyTeam | AM, KE, VS, WS | |
| AC Air Canada Also: EK, SN | 13 | CR9 | 2h10-2h11 | Star Alliance | EK, SN | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | E75S | 2h15 | Star Alliance | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 3 | 738 | 2h10 | – | – | |
| AF Air France | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Toronto
| Metric | YYZ→MSP | YKF→MSP | BUF→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YYZ | – | 40 mi | 68 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 96 | – | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 24m | 1h 39m | 2h 16m |
| Departure OTP | 61% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, 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 UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
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.
YYZ–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYZ to MSP
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Air Canada, United Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and Air France. With 96 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YYZ to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYZ to MSP is about 2 hours 24 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 677 miles (1,089 km). There are approximately 96 weekly flights outbound and 82 return, totaling 178 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Indianapolis, St. Louis Lambert and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Breslau (YKF) and Buffalo (BUF).