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

• Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 10:05 am
• Latest: departs at 10:18 pm and lands at 2:18 am.

The flight takes about 4h.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles takes 4h, 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 Minneapolis to Los Angeles range from $265 to $441, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $265 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $339 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 $303 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $340 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $20–$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 Sun Country Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 12%, and night flights for 12%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $248 to $1,627. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $134, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

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

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 Los Angeles route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 13m.

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $322 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $362, a difference of $40.

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

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

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 24m, compared with 7h 25m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 33m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Los Angeles 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.

Yes, MSP has several semi-private lactation and nursing suites in each terminal. It also has two children's play areas featuring mock airplanes and air traffic-control towers with slides. They are located in Terminal 1's Concourse C near Gate C12 and in Terminal 2 across from Gate H5.

Travelers with limited mobility can request wheelchairs via their respective airlines when making a flight reservation. Airport employees will help passengers navigate the airport and there are designated accessible parking spaces in the parking lots. The restrooms in the terminals are easily accessible.

Yes, Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) has enclosed grassy pet relief areas outside the arrivals terminals. Three are outside Terminal 1: outside Door 1 and Door 4 on the Baggage Claim Level and outside the Silver Parking Ramp. Another is near Terminal 2 outside Door 8 on Level 1 near baggage claim.

Yes. American Airlines Admirals Club has three locations: Terminal B (Tom Bradley International Terminal), Terminal 4 and the American Eagle Regional Terminal. Access depends on membership, class of service or qualifying AAdvantage/oneworld status. Members must also hold a same-day boarding pass for an eligible American, oneworld or Aer Lingus flight. United Club is in Terminal 7. It is accessible to travelers with a qualifying access credential, such as a United Club membership or one-time pass and a same-day boarding pass for a United, Star Alliance or contracted-partner flight. Delta Sky Club is located in Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. There is also a military lounge at the airport.

MSP offers hourly parking for short-term stays and spaces can be booked online in advance. Terminal 2 also has a long-term economy parking option and spot availability can be checked on the airport's website. Valet parking and EV charging stations are also available.