Direct (nonstop) flights from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis

2 airlines fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 1,487 miles (2,393 km), about 3h 56m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
3h 56m
Distance
1,487 mi
2,393 km
CO₂/pax
251 kg
−54 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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
FLL → MSP
Flight Time
3h 56m
Distance
1,487 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
FLL → MSP
Flight Time
3h 56m
Distance
1,487 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 251 kg CO₂ per passenger

FLL LEX (Lexington) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 26m (864 mi) Leg 2: 2h (649 mi) Total: ~4h 26m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → LEX
2h 26m · 864 mi
View FLL to LEX flights →
Leg 2
LEX → MSP
2h · 649 mi
View LEX to MSP flights →
FLL AVL (Asheville) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 1m (660 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (861 mi) Total: ~4h 31m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → AVL
2h 1m · 660 mi
View FLL to AVL flights →
Leg 2
AVL → MSP
2h 30m · 861 mi
View AVL to MSP flights →
FLL TPA (Tampa) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 5m (197 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,306 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 282 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → TPA
1h 5m · 197 mi
View FLL to TPA flights →
Leg 2
TPA → MSP
3h 28m · 1,306 mi
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FLL STL (Saint Louis) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,057 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (447 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 287 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → STL
2h 55m · 1,057 mi
View FLL to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → MSP
1h 38m · 447 mi
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FLL BNA (Nashville) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 23m (793 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (694 mi) Total: ~4h 34m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → BNA
2h 23m · 793 mi
View FLL to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → MSP
2h 11m · 694 mi
View BNA to MSP flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 3 hours and 56 minutes. The distance is 1,487 miles (2,393 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis?

2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis?

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

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis is 1,487 miles (2,393 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis?

At 3h 56m, 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 Fort Lauderdale to Minneapolis?

Roughly 251 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,255 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International for this flight?

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