How long does the flight from Minneapolis to Chicago take?

Flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (ORD) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?

Airline availability for MSP to ORD changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Minneapolis to Chicago?

Direct (nonstop) availability on MSP to ORD varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?

Prices on MSP to ORD shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

Minneapolis to Chicago flights

Direct and connecting flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (ORD). Compare airlines, aircraft, and fares.

Distance: 537 km (334 mi)
Flight time: ~0h 58m
Airlines: 4
Aircraft types: 10

Airlines flying MSP → ORD

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
United Airlines	3	3
American Airlines	3	3
Delta Air Lines	1	1
SkyWest	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Airbus A321 — 1 operator
Embraer E170/E175 — 1 operator
Embraer E170/E175 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP)

City: Minneapolis
Country: US
IATA / ICAO: MSP / KMSP

Arrival: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

City: Chicago
Country: US
IATA / ICAO: ORD / KORD

Operating airlines

American Airlines (AA)
Delta Air Lines (DL)
Sun Country Airlines (SY)
United Airlines (UA)

Distance: 537 km. Duration: 100 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly MSP to ORD?

4 airlines operate the MSP to ORD route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the MSP-ORD route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on MSP to ORD include: Boeing 737, Boeing 737, Airbus A321.

How long is the Minneapolis to Chicago flight?

The estimated flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (ORD) is approximately 0h 58m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Minneapolis to Chicago?

The great-circle distance from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (ORD) is approximately 537 km (334 miles).

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