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

• Earliest: departs at 5:55 am and lands at 9:32 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:36 am.

The flight takes about 3h 37m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis:

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

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis takes 3h 37m, covering 1,533 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis range from $286 to $478, with an average of $360 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $360 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $315 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $364 for nonstop.

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.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Minneapolis flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 14%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $263 to $1,396. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles 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.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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 Los Angeles to Minneapolis route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 87% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $424, a difference of $73.

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

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

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 38m, compared with 6h 45m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Minneapolis is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Minneapolis flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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 always check the fare details before booking.

At MSP, travelers can take the Light Rail Transit (LRT) train, which stops at both terminals and connects to different parts of the city, including downtown Minneapolis to the north. City bus route 54 also picks up passengers at Terminal 1. Other options include taxis, app-based ride services and rental cars from the onsite rental car agencies.

Passengers flying into MSP from Los Angeles can easily reach several cities near Minneapolis. St. Paul, directly east of Minneapolis, is easy to reach on the Metro Transit Light Rail. Other nearby cities include Bloomington, Edina and Minnetonka.

According to Minnesota law, children younger than 13 must be transported in the rear seat of a motor vehicle, when available and must be properly restrained. Children younger than five need to be secured in the backseat of the car, when available, using an age- and size-appropriate child restraint system.

Yes, LAX offers special services, including free wheelchair assistance for travelers with mobility problems or disabilities.

Travelers on the LAX-MSP route should not have major concerns about pet security at LAX. Pets are welcome at the airport, subject to airline rules and procedures.

Delta Airlines at LAX offers passengers access to one of its Sky Club & Partner Lounges in Terminal 3. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a dining area and a bar.