Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to New York: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 1 minute. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most popular route, with 72 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from MSP to EWR is with United at 20:15. Go for the first departure with Sun Country Airlines at 05:14 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from MSP to New York. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Start your journey with a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York. From MSP, you can fly without any stops to any of these New York airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York include:
When flying domestically within United States, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York, make sure your ID is up to date.
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 26 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near MSP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to New York
RM215 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM501. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MSP to New York.
The cheapest month for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is roughly 48 kilometres from central New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to JFK. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from MSP to New York at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit New York, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MSP to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
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