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Cheapest round-trip
$266
Typical prices: $304-$532
Sun Country Air
Sun 10/7Fri 10/12
BOS - MSP • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $155-$362
Frontier
Tue 10/23
BOS - MSP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Sun Country Air. Average duration is 3h 14m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $253 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Minneapolis (BOS-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Boston to Minneapolis

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
Sun Country Air Logo
11:45 am - 1:54 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 09mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
6:00 am - 9:48 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
2h 48mnonstop
$266Sun Country Air
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
Sun Country Air Logo
11:45 am - 1:54 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 09mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
6:00 am - 9:48 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
2h 48mnonstop
$267Sun Country Air
Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 1:59 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 09mnonstop
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2:33 pm - 10:58 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
19h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$269Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 1:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 09mnonstop
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2:33 pm - 10:22 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
18h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$272Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 10:29 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 14mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 10:13 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
2h 58mnonstop
$280Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
Frontier Logo
11:47 am - 4:47 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
30h 00m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
10:51 am - 11:02 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
23h 11m1 stop Orlando
$282Frontier
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 15
Frontier Logo
11:47 am - 9:56 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
23h 09m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
10:51 am - 11:02 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
23h 11m1 stop Orlando
$282Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 10:52 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:55 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
9h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$283American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 5:15 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:52 am - 6:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
9h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$283American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 9:16 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 11mnonstop
Delta Logo
2:20 pm - 9:41 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 21m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$289Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Boston to Minneapolis flights

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

Round-trip flights from Boston to Minneapolis start at $266. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $304 to $532. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $266 on Sun Country Air.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Minneapolis, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Minneapolis at $363 round-trip.
  • February ($598) and March ($536) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Boston to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Boston to Minneapolis are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Boston to Minneapolis

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Sun Country Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on BOS

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MSP

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Boston to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$134
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 51% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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Your Boston to Minneapolis flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the different kinds of flights that are offered between Boston and Minneapolis?

    Each day, there is a selection of direct flights from Boston to Minneapolis that are offered. These are usually serviced by airlines like JetBlue or Sun Country Air. You can also find flights that require a connection, which may happen in cities like Chicago or Washington, D.C. These flights are often serviced by United Airlines.

  • What are the different kinds of transportation that I can use to go from downtown Boston to Boston Logan International Airport?

    If you drive from downtown Boston to Boston Logan International Airport, you can expect the trip to take around 5 to 10min in total. If you use public transportation instead, such as public bus line SL1, the journey will often take closer to 15 to 20min instead.

  • What is the easiest way to get from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport to the city center?

    An easy way to go from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport to the city center is by driving, which often takes around 20 to 25min in total. There is also public transportation that can be used to travel between these two locations, including the Metro Blue Line and bus line 22. With public transportation, you’ll arrive at the city center in around 45min.

  • Does Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport have its own on-site rental center?

    There are more than five different rental agencies that have offices located directly at Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport, which can be found in the Arrivals Hall of each terminal near baggage claim. Some of the companies that you can find include Enterprise, National, and Thrifty. These companies keep their fleets directly on airport property to make it easy and convenient for travelers to pick up their vehicles.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Boston to Minneapolis flights?

    Among airlines operating Boston to Minneapolis flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Boston to Minneapolis?

    2 airlines operate flights between Boston and Minneapolis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Delta
    • Sun Country Air

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

    Flights from Boston to Minneapolis usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Boston to Minneapolis flights?

    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
    • Sun Country Air: a checked bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Boston to Minneapolis:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Boston to Minneapolis?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $253 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $397 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Boston to Minneapolis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Boston to Minneapolis?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Myrtle Beach Intl (MYR) - 7% 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 Boston to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Boston to Minneapolis route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $366 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $434, a difference of $68. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Boston to Minneapolis?

    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 Boston to Minneapolis route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 11 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Boston to Minneapolis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Boston to Minneapolis flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 long is a flight from Boston to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Boston to Minneapolis takes 3h 14m, covering 1,119 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Boston to Minneapolis?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 8:59 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:58 pm and lands at 12:12 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 14m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $396. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Boston 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 Boston 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 $267 to $1,439. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Boston to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $154, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Boston to Minneapolis?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 05m, compared with 5h 12m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 21m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What is the time difference between Boston and Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis is 1 hour behind Boston (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 Boston to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Boston to Minneapolis range from $304 to $532, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $304 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Boston to Minneapolis flights?

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

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

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

Your guide to booking Boston 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 Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $366 - about $68 less than Tuesday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Boston to Minneapolis trip for October. Fares historically average $363 round-trip in that month - typically $235 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of Delta flights from Boston to Minneapolis arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 87%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 11 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $253 round-trip on this route - about $144 less than direct flights (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
  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is well known for being one of the largest hubs in the world for two airlines, which are Delta Air Lines and JetBlue. Due to this, it’s very common to see flights that depart from BOS that are operated by one of these companies.
  • To keep some of your personal belongings at Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) once you have landed, head to the SmarteCarte storage lockers that are in Terminal 1. Rates are charged per hour and items can be kept for up to 48h in total.
  • Boston Logan International Airport has a few lounges for travelers to enjoy before they need to begin boarding their flight. There is The Lounge in Terminal C, as well as The Club in Terminal E and the Delta Sky Club in Terminal A.
  • If you would like to freshen up after being in a plane for a few hours, you can always take a shower at one of the XpressSpa locations in Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport. For a small fee, you will receive basic toiletries, a towel, and access to the spa’s shower facilities.
  • When traveling with a furry friend, you can go to one of the several pet relief zones located outside of Boston Logan International Airport. These zones are placed at the Arrivals level curb of every terminal and conveniently have trash cans for travelers.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Boston Logan Intl Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Boston Logan Intl to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Boston Logan Intl

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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