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Minneapolis Institute of Art
Major fine arts museum with a wide-ranging global collection, from ancient works to contemporary art. A top cultural stop with strong permanent galleries and frequent special exhibitions.
Flights from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $150 (€122) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by train.
The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 21:44. The fastest flight covers the 298 miles (480 km) distance in 3h 35m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 298 miles (480 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 (€122) |
Flights per day 32 |
Fastest flight 3h 35m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 9:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
$432
Average price
$621
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Flights per day
57
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN will cost around $621 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $432.
It's difficult to get from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN without transferring at least once.
UA5566 · UA2805
UA5617 · UA4798
UA4740 · UA2298
UA5648 · UA2005
UA5544 · UA667
AA6263+
AA3719
UA5984 · UA1554
AA4425+
AA6261
AA4162+
AA4914
UA5648 · UA2005Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $150.
Distance: 298 miles (480 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$547 Average price | $122 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $122 (€99).
A bus is $481 (€392) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN costing on average $547 (€445).
Other travel options to Minneapolis, MN take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Minneapolis, MN flights for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA6358+ AA4162 | 5:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h10 | 10:10 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5486 · AA5658 | 6:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h08 | 12:08 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3470 · UA1068 | 6:09 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h46 | 3:55 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3470 · UA782 | 6:09 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 17h50 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4162+ AA4914 | 6:13 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 3h57 | 10:10 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4914+ AA4000 | 6:13 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h00 | 7:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4914+ AA4425 | 6:13 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h02 | 5:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5566 · UA2805 | 6:20 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 4h16 | 10:36 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5566 · UA215 | 6:20 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h52 | 12:12 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5566 · UA2301 · UA1068 | 6:20 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h35 | 3:55 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2866 · AA2153 | 7:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h48 | 12:48 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2621 · AA2122 | 7:18 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h58 | 2:16 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2621 · AA2148 | 7:18 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h04 | 6:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4803 · UA215 | 7:27 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 4h45 | 12:12 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5468 · UA2150 | 8:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h21 | 5:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6213+ AA4000 | 8:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h13 | 7:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6213+ AA4425 | 8:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h15 | 5:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5558 · UA732 | 8:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h30 | 4:46 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5558 · UA2470 | 8:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h30 | 6:46 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5558 · UA2076 | 8:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h34 | 9:50 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5558 · UA667 | 8:16 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 15h43 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5402 · UA1554 | 8:50 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h30 | 2:20 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6263+ AA4425 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h15 | 5:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6263+ AA4000 | 10:00 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h13 | 7:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5984 · UA2298 | 10:38 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h35 | 4:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5984 · UA1554 | 10:38 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 3h42 | 2:20 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5536 · UA732 | 10:44 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h02 | 4:46 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5536 · UA2076 | 10:44 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h06 | 9:50 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5536 · UA667 | 10:44 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h15 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5536 · UA2470 | 10:44 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h02 | 6:46 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6254 · UA2150 | 10:46 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h35 | 5:21 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3609 · UA782 | 10:52 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 13h07 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3609 · UA1795 | 10:52 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 22h26 | 9:18 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4740 · UA2298 | 11:55 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 4h18 | 4:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4740 · UA485 · UA782 | 11:55 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 12h04 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4740 · UA2812 · UA782 | 11:55 AM General Mitchell International Airport | 12h04 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2135 · AA2148 | 12:07 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 6h15 | 6:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2135 · AA2806 | 12:07 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h10 | 9:17 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2135 · AA3149 | 12:07 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h30 | 10:37 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5286 · AA5506 | 12:49 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h09 | 9:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6261+ AA4472 | 1:28 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 11h15 | 12:43 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6261+ AA4000 | 1:28 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h45 | 7:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4425+ AA6261 | 1:28 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 3h47 | 5:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5617 · UA2865 | 1:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h57 | 7:27 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2134 · AA2176 | 1:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 8h43 | 10:13 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5617 · UA4798 | 1:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 4h23 | 5:53 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5617 · UA485 · UA782 | 1:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h29 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5617 · UA2812 · UA782 | 1:30 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 10h29 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2822 · UA2076 | 2:35 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 7h15 | 9:50 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2822 · UA667 | 2:35 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 9h24 | 11:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5640 · UA2865 | 3:12 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 4h15 | 7:27 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5648 · UA2005 | 5:39 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 4h02 | 9:41 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4472+ AA6211 | 6:50 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 5h53 | 12:43 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3510 · UA1068 | 7:07 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 20h48 | 3:55 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3510 · UA1795 | 7:07 PM General Mitchell International Airport | 14h11 | 9:18 AM Saint Paul International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Major fine arts museum with a wide-ranging global collection, from ancient works to contemporary art. A top cultural stop with strong permanent galleries and frequent special exhibitions.
One of the leading contemporary art museums in the United States, known for modern and experimental exhibitions, design, film, and performing arts.
History museum built within the ruins of the Washburn A Mill, telling the story of Minneapolis flour milling and the city’s industrial rise.
Large riverside park famous for Minnehaha Falls, walking trails, limestone bluffs, and scenic green space. A classic outdoor stop in Minneapolis.
The city’s best-known recreational area, linking major lakes with trails for walking, biking, and scenic relaxation. Especially popular in warmer months.
Popular urban lake with a loop trail, beaches, and some of the city’s most active outdoor scenes. A staple for walking and people-watching.
A Minneapolis burger with cheese sealed inside the beef patty, famously associated with local bars and a Twin Cities classic.
Fresh regional fish from Minnesota waters, often pan-fried or grilled, and one of the state's most iconic dishes.
A comforting Upper Midwest casserole of ground meat, vegetables, creamy soup, and tater tots, common in Minnesota homes and diners.
Acclaimed restaurant focused on Indigenous North American ingredients, offering a distinctive Minnesota dining experience near the river.
Historic supper-club-style restaurant known for steaks, old-school service, and a classic special-occasion Minneapolis setting.
Popular downtown spot for hearty brunches and comfort food, known for lively service and long-standing local appeal.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Dining and coffee are reasonable, while downtown hotels can be pricier during events.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis and rideshares, USD 1-2 per drink at bars, and USD 1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
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