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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Minneapolis:

• Earliest: departs at 05:55 and lands at 09:32
• Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 03:36.

The flight takes about 3h 37m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis.

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis takes 3h 37m, covering 3,970 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis range from $509 to $851, with an average of $642 over the past 12 months. Anything below $509 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $642 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $562 return via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared with $649 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $59–$178 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Minneapolis flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 14%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $486 to $3,202. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Minneapolis flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $308, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $45 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget

Flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Minneapolis route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 87% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $625 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $755, a difference of $130.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Minneapolis. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 38m, compared to 6h 45m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Minneapolis flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are several companies offering daily flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis, with Delta, Spirit, and Sun Country Airlines often flying non-stop between the two airports. Domestic Delta flights operate in Terminal 3 at LAX, while both Spirit and Sun Country can be found in Terminal 5.

Delta Airlines at LAX has one of its Sky Club & Partner Lounges in Terminal 3 available to its passengers, with services such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a dining area, and a bar.

Yes, the InterContinental Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport Hotel is onsite. There is a connection to the hotel at Terminal 1, through the skyway link on Concourse C, for travelers who are not picking up any luggage. For those heading to Baggage Claim, the hotel offers a shuttle service that departs from the ground transportation center every 20 minutes.

Passengers taking a flight from Los Angeles To Minneapolis can take the Light Rail Transit (LRT) train upon arrival at MSP, which stops at both terminals and connects you to different parts of the city, including downtown Minneapolis to the north. There is also a city bus service (route 54) that picks up passengers from Terminal 1. Otherwise, travelers may choose to get a cab or use other app-based ride services, or even rent a vehicle from the different onsite rental car agencies.