$49 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Minneapolis (ORD-MSP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $97 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 6
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $97 just found
United
Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 4
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$107 Roundtrip, just found
$107
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $107 just found
United
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$109 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $109 found 1 hour ago
United
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$110 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $110 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$112 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $112 found 1 hour ago
United
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$115 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $115 found 6 hours ago
United
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 25
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $117 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 25
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $117 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Aug 26
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$119 Roundtrip, just found
$119
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $119 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Thu, Aug 7
ORD
Chicago
MSP
Minneapolis
$127 Roundtrip, just found
$127
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Chicago to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $127 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $74 - $136 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Minneapolis

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Select flight to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. MSP. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $251
MSP
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $251
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, KEY LIME AIR DBA DENVER AIR CONNECTION, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$97
Distance
333 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 34 mins

Chicago to Minneapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Minneapolis

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Minneapolis are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Minneapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Minneapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Minneapolis: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Minneapolis

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Minneapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Minneapolis flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Minneapolis airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) cost?
Book cheap return tickets starting at $97 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving ORD on July 24 2025 and touching down at MSP. The price was last updated on June 28 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to MSP?
The cheapest flights from ORD to MSP are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Avoid the detours and travel nonstop to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with 3 airlines, including:

  • United Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to MSP?
Travel from ORD to MSP with Delta. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting at $49. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on June 28 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
When jetting out of O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can take your pick from an average of 15 daily nonstop flights to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Flights between ORD and MSP tend to be busiest at 7 PM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to MSP?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)'s first flight to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) leaves at approximately 6:15AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 1h 46m, you'll arrive at around 8:01AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The average flight duration from ORD to MSP is 1 hour and 37 minutes, covering a distance of 330 mi.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
To avoid potential delays on the O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Minneapolis - St. Paul from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) is the only airport in Minneapolis - St. Paul with direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Explore your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from ORD to MSP are usually more expensive. To lock in the lowest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to MSP flight and hotel package?
Securing an ORD to MSP flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
If you booked your ORD to MSP flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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