How much is a taxi from MSP to downtown Minneapolis?

Taxi fares: about $40–$55. The ride takes 20–30 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from MSP?

Airlines at MSP include Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Air Canada, KLM, Air France, Icelandair and Aer Lingus. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave MSP on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Minneapolis, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at MSP?

Delta Sky Clubs (Terminal 1); Escape Lounge (Terminal 1).

Is there a hotel at MSP?

InterContinental Minneapolis–St. Paul Airport, connected to Terminal 1.

How long do I need to connect at MSP?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our MSP connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at MSP?

Economy parking and the Quick Ramp at Terminal 1. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at MSP?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection.

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Q: Do I have to go through security again if I change terminals at MSP?

Yes. Terminal 1's concourses connect inside security. Terminals 1 and 2 are linked only by light rail outside security, so switching terminals means another TSA check.

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport has Terminal 1 (Delta and most airlines) and Terminal 2 (Sun Country, Southwest and others). The quickest way from MSP to downtown Minneapolis is the METRO Blue Line light rail (about 25 minutes, about $2–$2.50).

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Transit to downtown Minneapolis

25 min

METRO Blue Line light rail, about $2–$2.50

Taxi

20–30 min

about $40–$55

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from MSP to downtown Minneapolis is the METRO Blue Line light rail (about 25 minutes, about $2–$2.50). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Delta, Sun Country, American, United and Southwest.

Terminals: Terminal 1 (Delta and most airlines) and Terminal 2 (Sun Country, Southwest and others)
Taxi: 20–30 min, about $40–$55
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: Delta Sky Clubs (Terminal 1); Escape Lounge (Terminal 1)
Hotel: InterContinental Minneapolis–St. Paul Airport, connected to Terminal 1

Getting from MSP to downtown Minneapolis

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

METRO Blue Line light railto downtown Minneapolisabout 25 minabout $2–$2.50
Taxi or rideshare20–30 minabout $40–$55

Inside MSP

Terminals and connections

Terminal 1's concourses connect inside security. Terminals 1 and 2 are linked only by light rail outside security, so switching terminals means another TSA check.

How long a layover you need at MSP

Lounges

•Delta Sky Clubs (Terminal 1)
•Escape Lounge (Terminal 1)

Sleep, showers and hotels

•InterContinental Minneapolis–St. Paul Airport, connected to Terminal 1

Parking at MSP

•Economy parking and the Quick Ramp at Terminal 1
•Terminal 2 parking ramps

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check MSP's official site.

MSP tips

•Delta connections stay in Terminal 1 and Sun Country's in Terminal 2.

Can you leave MSP on a layover?

With at least 3 h between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Minneapolis and back, the fastest way40 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at MSP

Major airlines that fly from MSP (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
KLM Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
Air France Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
Icelandair Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees
Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees

MSP airport FAQ

The quickest option is the METRO Blue Line light rail to downtown Minneapolis: about 25 minutes for about $2–$2.50. A taxi takes 20–30 min (about $40–$55).

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