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Cheapest round-trip
$208
Typical prices: $243-$408
WestJet
Tue 10/23Tue 10/30
YYC - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$218
Typical prices: $249-$456
WestJet
Sun 9/23Thu 9/27
YYC - MSP • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and WestJet. Average duration is 2h 44m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $266 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Calgary to Minneapolis (YYC-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to Minneapolis

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:00 am - 1:25 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Edmonton
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5:00 pm - 10:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
6h 20m1 stop Regina
$208WestJet
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:10 am - 2:05 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 55m1 stop Regina
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2:55 pm - 8:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
6h 45m1 stop Edmonton
$214WestJet
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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8:10 am - 2:05 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 55m1 stop Regina
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3:50 pm - 10:50 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
8h 00m1 stop Regina
$214WestJet
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
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8:10 am - 2:05 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 55m1 stop Regina
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2:55 pm - 8:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
6h 45m1 stop Edmonton
$215WestJet
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:56 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:58 pm - 11:53 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$262United Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 10:15 amYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 40mnonstop
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11:08 am - 1:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
2h 52mnonstop
$324Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 10:15 amYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 40mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:50 pm - 8:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
2h 53mnonstop
$326Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Air Canada Logo
7:10 am - 9:13 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
13h 03m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
11:35 am - 11:06 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
12h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$344Air Canada
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:45 pmYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
12h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:34 pm - 11:53 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
10h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$363United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 10:15 amYYC  Calgary-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 40mnonstop
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6:50 pm - 8:42 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YYC Calgary
2h 52mnonstop
$372Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Calgary to Minneapolis flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Calgary to Minneapolis start at $208. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $243 to $408. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $208 on WestJet.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Minneapolis, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Minneapolis at $260 round-trip.
  • November ($428) and December ($404) 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 Calgary to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Calgary to Minneapolis are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% 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 Calgary to Minneapolis

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet and 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.

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYC

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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 Calgary to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$124
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Calgary to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Calgary to Minneapolis

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Your Calgary to Minneapolis flight questions, answered

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

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

    Among airlines operating Calgary to Minneapolis flights:

    • WestJet: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Calgary to Minneapolis?

    2 airlines operate flights between Calgary and Minneapolis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • WestJet

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

    Flights from Calgary to Minneapolis usually depart from Calgary (YYC) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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

    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Calgary to Minneapolis?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Calgary to Minneapolis:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $266 round-trip via Edmonton (YEG), compared to $310 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $22–$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 Calgary to Minneapolis?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and WestJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Regina (YQR) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Edmonton (YEG) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Winnipeg (YWG) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Regina (YQR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Calgary to Minneapolis route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $244 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $393, a difference of $149. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Calgary to Minneapolis flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:35 am and lands at 9:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 2:40 pm and lands at 5:24 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 44m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 74% above the route average of $304. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Calgary to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Calgary to Minneapolis takes 2h 44m, covering 1,049 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Calgary 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 $208 to $1,731. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Calgary to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $143, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Edmonton (YEG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 36m, compared with 5h 39m via Winnipeg (YWG) and 6h 20m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Calgary and Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Calgary (Central Time vs Mountain 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 Calgary to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Calgary to Minneapolis range from $243 to $408, with an average of $304 over the past 12 months. Anything below $243 counts as a good deal.

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

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

    • • WestJet
    • • Delta

    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 Calgary 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $244 - about $149 less than Sunday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Calgary to Minneapolis trip for October. Fares historically average $260 round-trip in that month - typically $168 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Edmonton Airport (YEG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $266 round-trip on this route - about $45 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

Prefer to fly direct from Calgary to Minneapolis?

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

Direct departures

Calgary to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

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Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Calgary

Monday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,WestJet

Delta,WestJet

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