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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $313-$432
American Airlines
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
MSP - DAY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $273-$399
American Airlines
Thu 10/25
MSP - DAY • 1 stop
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 13% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $294 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Dayton (MSP-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Dayton

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 12:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 10:01 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$295American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 2:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:19 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 2:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 10:12 pmDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
American Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 12:26 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 12:13 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$297American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 12:26 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 12:13 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
Delta Logo
8:55 am - 2:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:47 pm - 12:38 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
6:13 am - 11:49 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 8:38 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$334American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 11:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
4h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 8:33 amDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$375United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 11:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 10:59 pmDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$375United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DAY Dayton
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 8:02 pmDAY  Dayton-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
11h 32m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$380United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Dayton flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Dayton start at $295. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $313 to $432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Dayton, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 117% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Dayton at $318 round-trip.
  • March ($436) and February ($414) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Dayton flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Dayton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Dayton based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Minneapolis to Dayton flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Dayton usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Dayton:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 1% 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 Minneapolis to Dayton?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 60% on the Minneapolis to Dayton route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $790, a difference of $472. 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 long is a flight from Minneapolis to Dayton?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Minneapolis to Dayton. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 40m and 6h 21m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Minneapolis to Dayton 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 $295 to $1,301. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Dayton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $314, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 5h 53m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 21m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Dayton?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Dayton range from $313 to $432, with an average of $364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Dayton 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $318 - about $472 less than Sunday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Dayton trip for October. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $118 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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