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Journey information
Overview: Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI flight
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Flights from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI depart on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:44. The fastest flight covers the 541 miles (872 km) distance in 1h 39m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 541 miles (872 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Flights per day 23 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 39m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 23:44 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
The cheapest and fastest flights from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI
Showing times and prices for Dec 07
Cheapest price
€112
Average price
€112
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
872 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €112.
Fast flights
Of the 1 flights that leave Minneapolis, MN for Detroit, MI onSun, Dec 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct flights cover the 872 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the longest flights will take 1 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
01:02PM1h47
Minneapolis, MN02:49PMDetroit, MI
€1121One-way
0 transfers
01:02PM1h47
Minneapolis, MN02:49PMDetroit, MI
€1121One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 541 miles (872 km)
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€152 Average price | €111 Average price Cheapest |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 45m Average total duration 16h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI flight times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI flights for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at 12:15 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AA2052 · AA1297 | 12:18 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 11h27 | 11:45 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2052 · AA2376 | 12:18 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h33 | 7:51 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2052 · AA1597 | 12:18 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 15h06 | 3:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2052 · AA3195 | 12:18 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h41 | 5:59 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
 AA6230+ AA3392 | 1:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h33 | 11:33 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA6196+AA3392 | 1:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 11h26 | 12:26 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2172 · AA3310 | 1:10 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h47 | 7:57 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2172 · AA1355 | 1:10 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h29 | 11:39 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
 UA1859 · UA6120 | 1:40 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h19 | 8:59 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA1859 · UA6176 | 1:40 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 15h17 | 4:57 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA758 · UA1126 · UA3586 | 2:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h31 | 12:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA758 · UA2467 | 2:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h06 | 6:06 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA758 · UA1113 · UA3474 | 2:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 9h53 | 11:53 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA758 · UA1205 · UA3586 | 2:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h31 | 12:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA1891 · UA2865 · UA5833 | 3:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h28 | 1:28 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA1891 · UA617 · UA4773 | 3:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 12h11 | 3:11 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA1891 · UA1220 | 3:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 12h30 | 3:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA1891 · UA617 · UA5833 | 3:00 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h28 | 1:28 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA3099 · AA1297 | 3:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h46 | 11:45 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA3099 · AA1597 | 3:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 11h25 | 3:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA3099 · AA2371 | 3:59 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 13h23 | 5:22 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2220 · AA1355 | 4:47 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h52 | 11:39 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA576 · UA2004 · UA3658 | 5:27 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h57 | 4:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA576 · UA485 · UA3658 | 5:27 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h57 | 4:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA576 · UA5890 | 5:27 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h40 | 10:07 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA6220 · AA6196 | 5:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h28 | 12:26 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA6220 · AA6230 | 5:58 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h35 | 11:33 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3521 · UA3586 | 6:14 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 6h17 | 12:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3521 · UA3658 | 6:14 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h10 | 4:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3521 · UA716 · UA4007 | 6:14 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h44 | 4:58 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA4004 · UA2497 · UA4773 | 6:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h56 | 3:11 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA4004 · UA3474 | 6:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h38 | 11:53 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA4004 · UA4007 | 6:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h43 | 4:58 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA4004 · UA2497 · UA5785 | 6:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h16 | 4:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA4004 · UA1298 · UA3658 | 6:15 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 10h09 | 4:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA453 · UA1220 | 7:36 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h54 | 3:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA453 · UA1660 · UA5785 | 7:36 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h55 | 4:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA3313 · AA2371 | 7:40 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 9h42 | 5:22 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA3313 · AA1597 | 7:40 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h44 | 3:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2508+AA3953 | 8:10 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 9h05 | 5:15 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA2469 · UA6176 | 8:16 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 8h41 | 4:57 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA1531 · UA2677 · UA4007 | 9:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 7h36 | 4:58 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA1531 · UA5833 | 9:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h06 | 1:28 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA1301 · UA4773 | 10:54 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 4h17 | 3:11 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA732 · UA3700 | 11:22 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 17h04 | 4:26 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2140 · AA2371 | 11:49 PM Saint Paul International Airport | 5h33 | 5:22 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Airlines: Spirit Airlines from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MIFind the best flights between Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI with Omio's travel partners Spirit Airlines from $62 (€50). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
Spirit Airlines
About
Spirit Airlines is an American ultra-low-cost carrier, headquartered in Dania Beach, Florida, operating scheduled flights throughout the United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Known for its distinctive bright yellow planes, Spirit's business model traditionally focuses on offering low base fares by unbundling services, allowing passengers to pay only for the amenities they choose, such as baggage and seat selection. As of August 2024, Spirit is evolving its offerings, introducing new fare tiers like "Go Big," "Go Comfy," "Go Savvy," and "Go," which include various bundled perks such as wider seats, extra legroom, priority boarding, and in-flight refreshments. Spirit was the seventh largest passenger carrier in North America as of 2023.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
$139 (€112)
Luggage included
Personal item (18 x 14 x 8 inches) included
Additional luggage
Checked bags: First bag $79-89, Second bag $89-99, Additional bags $105-110
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation within 24 hours of booking is free, after that fees apply based on fare type and timing
Pregnant on board
Up to 7 days before departure with medical certificate. After 28 weeks, medical certificate required
Unaccompagned minor
Ages 5-14 can travel as unaccompanied minors for $100 fee per direction. Service not available on international flights or connecting flights
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Accessibility
Spirit Airlines offers assistance for passengers with disabilities, including wheelchair services and priority boarding. Passengers are encouraged to request assistance at least 48 hours in advance to ensure availability.
FAQs: Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Detroit, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap plane tickets from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI can start from as little as $49 (€39) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI is $108 (€87); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI flight travel time is 1 h 37 min for the 541 mile (872 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI leaves at 5: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI leaves at 11: 04PM.
There are 19 flights a day from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI which require at least one change with Spirit Airlines or United. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.
Take the Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI flight with Spirit Airlines or United. However, it's always good to check out all possible airlines for the trip to Detroit, MI from Minneapolis, MN as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a flight from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI including taking a bus, train or flight.
Since neither Minneapolis, MN nor Detroit, MI are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of USA and USA. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is a time difference of 1 h between Minneapolis, MN and Detroit, MI all year round.
The best events to attend in Detroit, MI include:
- Detroit Jazz Festival, the largest free jazz festival in the world featuring renowned artists and vibrant performances
- Detroit Auto Show, an iconic event showcasing the latest innovations in the automotive industry
- Movement Electronic Music Festival, a celebration of electronic music held annually in Hart Plaza with top DJs and immersive experiences.
The best holidays to experience in Detroit, MI include:
- Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer with vibrant outdoor activities and events
- Independence Day, spectacular fireworks and festive celebrations throughout the city
- Labor Day, a great time to enjoy the last days of summer with various local festivals and events.
The best seasons to visit Detroit, MI are Spring or Summer. The best weather to explore Detroit, MI is during May-June or September-October.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
popular airports
Popular airports from Minneapolis, MN to Detroit, MI
Minneapolis
Detroit
The major airport for departures in Minneapolis is Saint Paul International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Saint Paul International Airport for your trip from Minneapolis to Detroit.
Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
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The major airport for arrivals in Detroit is Detroit Wayne County Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Detroit Wayne County Airport for your journey to Detroit from Minneapolis.
Amenities at airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
I-94, Exit 198Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops are located in both terminals, with major outlets including Duty-Free, Brookstone, and Hudson News.
Parking
- Parking available with options including short-term, long-term, and economy lots, approximately 3.8€ ($4) per half-hour.
Dining
- Restaurants are located in both Mcmara and North terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and Italian. Top options include Chick-fil-A and Andiamo.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, toilets
WC
- Available throughout the airport, in both terminals and near all gates.
Hotel
- Hotels are available within walking distance, including The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel located in the Mcmara terminal.
Shower
- Showers are available in some lounges, but access may require lounge entry fees.
Lounge
- Lounges available, including Delta Sky Club and Lufthansa Lounge, offering amenities like scks and drinks.
Lost and Found Office
- Lost and Found services are located in the North terminal and can be contacted for misplaced items.
Car Rental
- Car rental services are available, with major companies like Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise located in the Ground Transportation Center.
Public transit options for Detroit Wayne County Airport
- Bus 261, Mcmara terminal, 45 minutes
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