Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Minneapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 1,056 miles (1,700 km), about 2h 43m in the air. Operated by Sun Country Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
2h 43m
Distance
1,056 mi
1,700 km
CO₂/pax
179 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Sun Country Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
HOU → MSP
Flight Time
2h 43m
Distance
1,056 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 179 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU TUL (Tulsa) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 30m (452 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (616 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → TUL
1h 30m · 452 mi
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Leg 2
TUL → MSP
1h 44m · 616 mi
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HOU DSM (Des Moines) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 15m (825 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (232 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DSM
2h 15m · 825 mi
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Leg 2
DSM → MSP
1h 12m · 232 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (853 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → MSP
2h 20m · 853 mi
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HOU MCI (Kansas City) MSP
Leg 1: 2h (665 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (393 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MCI
2h · 665 mi
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Leg 2
MCI → MSP
1h 30m · 393 mi
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HOU OMA (Omaha) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 10m (804 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (282 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → OMA
2h 10m · 804 mi
View HOU to OMA flights →
Leg 2
OMA → MSP
1h 20m · 282 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 1,056 miles (1,700 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Minneapolis?

Just Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Minneapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Sun Country Airlines.

How far is Houston from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Houston to Minneapolis is 1,056 miles (1,700 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 Houston to Minneapolis?

At 2h 43m, 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 Houston to Minneapolis?

Roughly 179 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 895 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Houston 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 Houston 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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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