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Cheapest round-trip
$276
Typical prices: $378-$569
Southwest
Sun 10/21Sun 10/28
ALB - MSP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$126
Typical prices: $200-$410
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/26
ALB - MSP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Albany and Minneapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 64% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albany to Minneapolis (ALB-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albany to Minneapolis

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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2:50 pm - 10:25 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis
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3:10 pm - 9:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
4h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$276Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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2:50 pm - 10:25 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis
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1:40 pm - 10:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
7h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$281Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:04 pm - 12:04 amALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
29h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 7:06 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
11h 41m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$312Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:00 am - 12:14 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:12 pm - 9:33 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:20 am - 12:12 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:14 pm - 9:22 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
7h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:23 pm - 12:13 amALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 4:56 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
7h 56m1 stop Philadelphia
$325American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:27 pm - 10:39 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 12m1 stop Philadelphia
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3:41 pm - 11:13 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:18 pm - 8:45 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 27m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:00 pm - 8:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
4h 59m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$325Delta
Fri, Jan 1 - Tue, Jan 26
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5:35 am - 9:39 amALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:55 pm - 11:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
4h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$340Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:55 am - 8:48 amALB  Albany Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 53m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:00 am - 6:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ALB Albany Intl
30h 03m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$401Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albany to Minneapolis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Albany to Minneapolis with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to Minneapolis?

Round-trip flights from Albany to Minneapolis start at $276. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $378 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $276 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to Minneapolis?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to Minneapolis, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to Minneapolis?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to Minneapolis at $361 round-trip.
  • May ($573) and March ($560) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Albany to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Albany to Minneapolis are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 64% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Albany to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$126
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Albany to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Albany to Minneapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to Minneapolis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albany to Minneapolis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to Minneapolis?

    Flights from Albany to Minneapolis usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to Minneapolis?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albany to Minneapolis:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to Minneapolis pass through?

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to Minneapolis?

    On the Albany to Minneapolis route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $381 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $578: a $197 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Minneapolis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Minneapolis are U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Field and Target Center. These are among the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Albany to Minneapolis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 67% above the route average of $456. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Albany to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Albany to Minneapolis takes 0h 00m, covering 975 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to Minneapolis?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Albany to Minneapolis changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $269 to $990. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albany to Minneapolis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albany to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to Minneapolis?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 4h 56m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 10m via New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • What is the time difference between Albany and Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis is 1 hour behind Albany (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albany to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albany to Minneapolis range from $378 to $569, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Albany to Minneapolis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $381 - about $197 less than Monday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 64% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albany to Minneapolis trip for October. Fares historically average $361 round-trip in that month - typically $212 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
    - Snelling Motel

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