Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Louis to Minneapolis

3 airlines fly nonstop from Saint Louis Airport (STL) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 447 miles (720 km), about 1h 38m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

STL
Saint Louis Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Louis, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
447 mi
720 km
CO₂/pax
83 kg
−33 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Delta Air Lines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
STL → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
447 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
STL → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
447 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
STL → MSP
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
447 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Louis to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 83 kg CO₂ per passenger

STL DSM (Des Moines) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 10m (258 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (232 mi) Total: ~2h 22m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → DSM
1h 10m · 258 mi
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Leg 2
DSM → MSP
1h 12m · 232 mi
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STL MDW (Chicago) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 5m (252 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (349 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MDW
1h 5m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → MSP
1h 34m · 349 mi
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STL MCI (Kansas City) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 10m (236 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (393 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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Leg 2
MCI → MSP
1h 30m · 393 mi
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STL OMA (Omaha) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 20m (341 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (282 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → OMA
1h 20m · 341 mi
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Leg 2
OMA → MSP
1h 20m · 282 mi
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STL MKE (Milwaukee) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 15m (317 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (296 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MKE
1h 15m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
MKE → MSP
1h 25m · 296 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Saint Louis to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Saint Louis (STL) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 1 hours and 38 minutes. The distance is 447 miles (720 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Louis to Minneapolis?

3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Louis to Minneapolis?

Yes. 3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Saint Louis from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Saint Louis to Minneapolis is 447 miles (720 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 Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis to Minneapolis?

Roughly 83 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 415 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis to Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis Airport for this flight?

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