Direct (nonstop) flights from Asheville to Minneapolis

2 airlines fly nonstop from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 861 miles (1,385 km), about 2h 30m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

AVL
Asheville Regional Airport
🇺🇸 Asheville, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
861 mi
1,385 km
CO₂/pax
159 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Delta Air Lines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
AVL → MSP
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
861 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
AVL → MSP
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
861 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Asheville to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 159 kg CO₂ per passenger

AVL MDW (Chicago) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 44m (520 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (349 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → MDW
1h 44m · 520 mi
View AVL to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → MSP
1h 34m · 349 mi
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AVL ATL (Atlanta) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 7m (165 mi) Leg 2: 2h 41m (905 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → ATL
1h 7m · 165 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → MSP
2h 41m · 905 mi
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AVL ORD (Chicago) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 10m (536 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → ORD
2h 10m · 536 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → MSP
1h 38m · 334 mi
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AVL CLT (Charlotte) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 13m (91 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (930 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → CLT
1h 13m · 91 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → MSP
2h 50m · 930 mi
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AVL IAD (Dulles) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 29m (371 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (907 mi) Total: ~4h 19m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AVL → IAD
1h 29m · 371 mi
View AVL to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → MSP
2h 50m · 907 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Asheville to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Asheville (AVL) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 861 miles (1,385 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Asheville to Minneapolis?

2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Asheville to Minneapolis?

Yes. 2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

How far is Asheville from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Asheville to Minneapolis is 861 miles (1,385 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Asheville to Minneapolis?

At 2h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Asheville to Minneapolis?

Roughly 159 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 795 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Asheville also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Asheville to Minneapolis?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Asheville Regional Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.