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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $310-$516
Delta
Wed 12/26Fri 12/28
FWA - MSP • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $299-$497
Delta
Tue 1/2Sun 1/7
FWA - MSP • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 57m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $433 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis (FWA-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis

Sat, Dec 26 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:15 am - 8:14 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 59mnonstop
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7:51 pm - 10:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
1h 55mnonstop
$299Delta
Sat, Jan 2 - Thu, Jan 7
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7:15 am - 8:14 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 59mnonstop
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8:05 pm - 10:56 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
1h 51mnonstop
$299Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
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7:05 am - 8:04 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 59mnonstop
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7:51 pm - 10:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
1h 55mnonstop
$299Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Nov 28
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7:05 am - 8:01 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 56mnonstop
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7:45 pm - 10:24 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
1h 39mnonstop
$299Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:55 am - 3:49 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:50 am - 4:58 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Thu, Jan 7
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8:00 pm - 11:30 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:29 am - 5:12 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 2:47 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:23 am - 11:07 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 2
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 10:33 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:08 am - 2:51 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 12:05 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:34 pm - 12:22 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:21 pm - 2:45 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 24m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 6:58 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FWA Fort Wayne
11h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$362Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis typically range from $310 to $516. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 35% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis at $329 round-trip.
•January ($479) and June ($459) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$160
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:05 am and lands at 9:02 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:15 am and lands at 9:12 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 57m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis.

  • How long is a flight from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis takes 1h 57m, covering 486 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fort Wayne 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis range from $310 to $516, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $416 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $396 round-trip, compared to $433 via a layover through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Fort Wayne to Minneapolis?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Fort Wayne 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 $299 to $999. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Delta is the only airline on the Fort Wayne to Minneapolis route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $209, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $68 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis usually depart from Fort Wayne (FWA) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

    Connecting flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $339 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $567, a difference of $228.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis?

    Only Delta operates flights between Fort Wayne and Minneapolis.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 09m, compared with 4h 57m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Fort Wayne and Minneapolis?

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

  • 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.

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

    Among airlines operating Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Fort Wayne 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

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

Your guide to booking Fort Wayne to Minneapolis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $339, about $228 less than Tuesday fares (40% 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 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Wayne to Minneapolis trip for August. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $150 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Fort Wayne to Minneapolis?

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

Direct departures

Fort Wayne to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Fort Wayne

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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