Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Minneapolis

4 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago O Hare International (ORD) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 334 miles (537 km), about 1h 38m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and others.

ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
334 mi
537 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−60 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
American Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
ORD → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
334 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ORD → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
334 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
ORD → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
334 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
ORD → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
334 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORD IWD (Ironwood) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 15m (332 mi) Leg 2: 1h (187 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → IWD
1h 15m · 332 mi
View ORD to IWD flights →
Leg 2
IWD → MSP
1h · 187 mi
View IWD to MSP flights →
ORD RST (Rochester) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 24m (268 mi) Leg 2: 54m (76 mi) Total: ~2h 18m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → RST
1h 24m · 268 mi
View ORD to RST flights →
Leg 2
RST → MSP
54m · 76 mi
View RST to MSP flights →
ORD MSN (Madison) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 7m (108 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 19m 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MSN
1h 7m · 108 mi
View ORD to MSN flights →
Leg 2
MSN → MSP
1h 12m · 227 mi
View MSN to MSP flights →
ORD MKE (Milwaukee) MSP
Leg 1: 59m (66 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (296 mi) Total: ~2h 24m 🍃 92 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MKE
59m · 66 mi
View ORD to MKE flights →
Leg 2
MKE → MSP
1h 25m · 296 mi
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ORD GRB (Green Bay) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 10m (174 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (252 mi) Total: ~2h 28m 🍃 104 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → GRB
1h 10m · 174 mi
View ORD to GRB flights →
Leg 2
GRB → MSP
1h 18m · 252 mi
View GRB to MSP flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chicago to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 1 hours and 38 minutes. The distance is 334 miles (537 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Minneapolis?

4 airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Minneapolis?

Yes. 4 airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Chicago from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Chicago to Minneapolis is 334 miles (537 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Chicago to Minneapolis?

At 1h 38m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago O Hare International for this flight?

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