Direct (nonstop) flights from Minneapolis to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). It's 1,056 miles (1,700 km), about 2h 54m in the air. Operated by Sun Country Airlines.

MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
2h 54m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
MSP → HOU
Flight Time
2h 54m
Distance
1,056 mi

Alternative Routes

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

MSP TUL (Tulsa) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 39m (616 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (452 mi) Total: ~3h 19m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → TUL
1h 39m · 616 mi
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Leg 2
TUL → HOU
1h 40m · 452 mi
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MSP DSM (Des Moines) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 14m (232 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (825 mi) Total: ~3h 39m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → DSM
1h 14m · 232 mi
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Leg 2
DSM → HOU
2h 25m · 825 mi
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MSP DAL (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 2h 25m (853 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (239 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → DAL
2h 25m · 853 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → HOU
1h 15m · 239 mi
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MSP OMA (Omaha) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 21m (282 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (804 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → OMA
1h 21m · 282 mi
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Leg 2
OMA → HOU
2h 20m · 804 mi
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MSP STL (Saint Louis) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (447 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (687 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → STL
1h 35m · 447 mi
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Leg 2
STL → HOU
2h 10m · 687 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Minneapolis to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Houston (HOU) takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes. The distance is 1,056 miles (1,700 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Minneapolis to Houston?

Just Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: Sun Country Airlines.

How far is Minneapolis from Houston?

The flight distance from Minneapolis to Houston 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 Minneapolis to Houston?

At 2h 54m, 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 Minneapolis to Houston?

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

Is the return flight from Houston to Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Houston?

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 Minneapolis St Paul International for this flight?

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