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

• Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 7:31 am
• Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 12:46 am.

The flight takes about 2h 16m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Denver takes 2h 16m, covering 679 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 Minneapolis to Denver range from $140 to $274, with an average of $203 over the past 12 months. Anything below $140 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $203 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $203 round-trip, compared to $212 via a layover through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Minneapolis to Denver flights are:

• Frontier: 88% on time
• United Airlines: 86% on time
• Delta: 83% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $27–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Sun Country Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Denver flights, with 48% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 17%, and night flights for 5%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Denver 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 Minneapolis to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $80, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Ace
• NU Car
• Europcar
• Hertz

Flights from Minneapolis to Denver usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 Minneapolis to Denver route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 15m.

Connecting flights from Minneapolis to Denver most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 43% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Minneapolis to Denver. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $177 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $230, a difference of $53.

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

5 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and Denver. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• United Airlines
• Southwest
• Frontier
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 39m, compared with 18h 31m via Orlando (MCO).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Denver are Colorado Convention Center, Coors Field and Ball Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Denver on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Denver flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: 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:

• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• 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.

MSP has two terminals: Terminal 1, Lindbergh and Terminal 2, Humphrey. Each airline is assigned to a terminal, which makes the airport easier to navigate. A transit rail system connects the terminals, so little walking is needed between them.

Trains leave the airport every 15 minutes from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. and every 30 minutes outside those hours.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science is approximately 16 miles from Denver International Airport (DEN). Buses are a cheaper option for budget travelers, while a taxi ride takes around 25–35 minutes, depending on traffic.

Yes, Denver International Airport (DEN) has partnered with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Network to support disabled passengers and travelers with limited mobility. Accessible parking is available in all airport parking facilities except garage Level 3. In the West Garage, all accessible parking is on Level 1. DEN also provides trained professional agents to assist blind passengers and interpreter services in the terminals.

Yes, Denver International Airport (DEN) has multiple lounges, including American Airlines, Delta Sky Club, United Club and USO lounges. Access is usually based on membership or eligible credit cards. Some lounges also offer day passes, though not all lounges do.

Parking is available at the Value Lot at Terminal 2 - Humphrey. Value Parking is connected to Terminal 1 by free light rail service and Daily Parking is connected to Terminal 1 by skyway.