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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $218-$368
Southwest
Wed 11/7Sun 11/11
HOU - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$79
Typical prices: $139-$273
Sun Country Air
Thu 11/22
HOU - MSP • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Minneapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Shortest trip • 5h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Minneapolis (HOU-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Minneapolis

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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10:20 am - 5:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:10 pm - 10:30 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 20m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$359Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:10 pm - 11:20 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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6:35 pm - 12:05 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$359Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:09 am - 11:40 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:25 am - 2:07 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:28 pm - 12:38 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:30 pm - 11:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1
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5:06 pm - 10:49 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:44 am - 11:05 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:00 am - 1:46 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:24 am - 1:29 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:28 pm - 12:38 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:44 pm - 11:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:00 am - 3:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 35m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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6:00 am - 11:10 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$359Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:00 am - 1:46 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:44 am - 1:37 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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3:45 pm - 10:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 40m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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12:30 pm - 6:35 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$359Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis typically range from $218 to $368. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$79
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 258% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Hobby to Minneapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:25 am and lands at 10:11 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 10:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 46m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis takes 2h 46m, covering 1,058 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis range from $218 to $368, with an average of $270 over the past 12 months. Anything below $218 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $235 round-trip, compared to $418 via a layover through Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$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 Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sun Country Air and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-100 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport 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 $359 to $3,049. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $150, which is 24% 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 starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $234 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $368, a difference of $134.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

    Only Sun Country Air operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Minneapolis.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 02m, compared with 5h 29m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 33m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • 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.

  • Will there be entertainment on my flight from Houston to Minneapolis?

    You can see what inflight entertainment options are available in the plane details for the flights in your KAYAK search results. For example, some Spirit Airline flights have Wi-Fi available, while American Airlines offers streaming services for your device and Delta has personal entertainment seatback consoles on various flights.

  • Can I rent a car when I arrive at MSP?

    Many major rental companies, such as Dollar and Enterprise, have counters at both terminals. At Terminal 1, they are on the ground floor of the Silver Parking Ramp, accessible by the tram. At Terminal 2, they are on the ground floor of the Purple Ramp right across from the terminal. Most counters at Terminal 2 have hours from around 9 am to about 8 pm, but you can take the light rail to Terminal 1, where some counters are open 24/7.

  • What are my public transport options from MSP?

    The METRO Blue Line into downtown Minneapolis has stations at both terminals and operates from about 3:30 am to around midnight every day. Metro Transit runs the Route 54 bus, which stops at Terminal 2 and heads into the city, with similar operating hours to the Blue Line. Fares for both options are around $2.50 depending on the time of day.

  • Where can I find information at MSP?

    If you need help with getting around the airport or with ground transportation, there is an information desk in Terminal 1 on T Level. It is staffed every day from about 6 am to midnight. There are also airport assistance phones in various locations in both terminals with live assistance from about 8 am to around 10 pm every day.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $234, about $134 less than Tuesday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis trip for November. Fares historically average $188 round-trip in that month - typically $480 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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
  • While there are non-stop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), there is currently no such service from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) in Houston. There are many one-stop flights from both airports, such as American Airlines from HOU stopping in Dallas and Spirit Airlines from IAH stopping in Atlanta.
  • About 1,358 lbs. of CO2 is what the average passenger emits on a flight from Houston to Minneapolis. You can save around 48%, or 650 lbs., if you fly non-stop from IAH to MSP with Delta Airlines. If you prefer to fly from HOU, you can save about 41%, or 562 lbs., if you go with American Airlines, stopping in Dallas.
  • Long-term parking is available at both IAH and HOU. Parking at garages by the terminal buildings at either airport can cost around $24 to $26, with the convenience of being within walking distance to check-in. There is economy parking with shuttle service to terminals available at both airports as well, ranging from about $6.50 to around $9.25, depending on the airport and parking spot location.
  • From downtown Houston, you can take the METRO Bus to either IAH or HOU. To get to IAH, Bus 102 stops at Terminal C’s baggage claim level. For HOU, Bus 40 stops at Curb Zone 3 outside the arrival area. The fare for both buses is around $1.25 per person.
  • Families traveling with infants can find rest and privacy at the nursery with a crib and rocking chair in Terminal D in IAH. IAH also has lactation rooms in various locations in every terminal. At HOU, there is a private nursing room by Gate 40 on Level 2.

Prefer to fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Minneapolis?

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

Direct departures

Houston Hobby to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Sun Country Air

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Wednesday

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Friday

Sun Country Air

Sun Country Air

Sunday

Sun Country Air

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Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Houston Hobby

Monday

Sun Country Air

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Tuesday

Sun Country Air

Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Sun Country Air

Sun Country Air

Friday

Sun Country Air

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