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Cheapest round-trip
$198
Typical prices: $363-$593
Frontier
Fri 1/12Tue 1/16
MSP - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$199
Typical prices: $355-$606
Delta
Sun 12/2Wed 12/5
MSP - PIT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 16m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 77% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $392 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh (MSP-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh

Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
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10:24 am - 5:14 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
29h 50m1 stop Orlando
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6:09 pm - 9:13 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
16h 04m1 stop Orlando
$198Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 4:19 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
2h 20mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 5:25 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 30mnonstop
$199Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 6:30 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
2h 20mnonstop
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11:17 am - 12:37 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 20mnonstop
$199Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
Delta Logo
8:50 am - 12:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
2h 15mnonstop
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4:56 pm - 6:21 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 25mnonstop
$199Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 3:18 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 12:05 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$217American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
3:10 pm - 8:55 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 11:45 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$224Southwest
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:13 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 12:18 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$224United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 6:50 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
8h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 11:45 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$229Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
9:14 am - 3:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 12:26 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$239American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
3:14 pm - 8:49 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 12:07 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 57m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$303United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh typically range from $363 to $593. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $198, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh at $379 round-trip.
•February ($758) and April ($529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 77% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on PIT

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MSP

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$110
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh

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Your Minneapolis to Pittsburgh 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 Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:16 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 10:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 16m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh takes 2h 16m, covering 723 miles.

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

    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 Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh range from $363 to $593, with an average of $436 over the past 12 months. Anything below $363 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $436 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $392 round-trip via Lambert-St Louis (STL), compared to $442 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-100 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh 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 $198 to $1,010. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Minneapolis to Pittsburgh route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $137, which is 56% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Pittsburgh (PIT).

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

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

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $578, a difference of $179.

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

  • What airlines fly from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

    Only Delta operates flights between Minneapolis and Pittsburgh.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 11m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 03m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Pittsburgh?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Pittsburgh are PNC Ballpark, PPG Paints Arena and David L Lawrence Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Pittsburgh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Minneapolis to Pittsburgh flights?

    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
    • 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.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Pittsburgh 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $399, about $179 less than Saturday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 77% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Pittsburgh trip for December. Fares historically average $379 round-trip in that month - typically $379 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $392 round-trip on this route - about $50 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Pittsburgh Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh?

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

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Pittsburgh

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Pittsburgh to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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