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Cheapest round-trip
$274
Typical prices: $237-$398
Frontier
Fri 8/21Sat 8/29
MSP - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$275
Typical prices: $210-$376
Sun Country Air
Fri 10/23Mon 10/26
MSP - PDX • Non-stop
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Delta Comfort Plus adds legroom, while free Wi-Fi helps on most domestic flights.
Alaska Premium Class adds perks; Sun Country Best seats boost comfort and boarding.
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Portland (MSP-PDX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Portland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Portland

Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 29
Frontier Logo
9:57 pm - 5:11 pm
MSP
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PDX
21h 14m
1 stop
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12:20 pm - 9:02 pm
PDX
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MSP
6h 42m
1 stop
$274Frontier
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 8
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1:13 pm - 4:51 pm
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PDX
5h 38m
1 stop
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5:56 pm - 1:38 pm
PDX
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MSP
17h 42m
1 stop
$275Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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9:53 am - 4:35 pm
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PDX
8h 42m
1 stop
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6:15 pm - 11:32 pm
PDX
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MSP
3h 17mnonstop
$276Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 22
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9:45 am - 11:24 am
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PDX
3h 39mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 11:52 pm
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MSP
3h 17mnonstop
$277Sun Country Air
Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 10
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7:00 am - 11:43 am
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PDX
6h 43m
1 stop
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12:34 pm - 9:35 pm
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MSP
7h 01m
1 stop
$278Frontier
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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3:35 pm - 5:12 pm
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PDX
3h 37mnonstop
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12:34 pm - 8:58 am
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MSP
18h 24m
1 stop
$279Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 25
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3:25 pm - 5:02 pm
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PDX
3h 37mnonstop
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5:56 pm - 9:02 pm
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MSP
25h 06m
1 stop
$280Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 21
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9:45 am - 11:24 am
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PDX
3h 39mnonstop
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12:20 pm - 9:02 pm
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6h 42m
1 stop
$281Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 29
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3:25 pm - 5:02 pm
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3h 37mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 9:02 pm
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6h 42m
1 stop
$282Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 21
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1:13 pm - 4:51 pm
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5h 38m
1 stop
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12:20 pm - 1:06 pm
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22h 46m
1 stop
$283Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Minneapolis to Portland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Minneapolis to Portland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Portland departing in August.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Portland from Minneapolis usually cost between $237 and $398 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $274 on Frontier (Aug 21-Aug 29).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Portland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Portland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Minneapolis to Portland, you should consider leaving on a Sunday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Minneapolis, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Portland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis to Portland is November, where tickets cost $238 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $399 and $377 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Minneapolis to Portland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $376, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Portland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Portland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Minneapolis to Portland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Portland

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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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 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.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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.

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January

Cheapest flight

$149
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Portland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Minneapolis to Portland

  • Is there enough parking at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)?

    Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport offers a variety of parking options including short-term, valet, and long-term parking. Disabled parking is also available in all parking garages and is available. You can opt to book parking in advance or pay at the parking garage. Depending on the option you choose, you can expect to pay around $5.00 -$26.00.

  • Is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) equipped with family facilities?

    The airport has ensured comfort to families traveling with small children. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport offers Lactation Centers and Nursing Mothers Rooms. Lactation centers are fitted with changing table deep sinks for bathing, comfortable seating, and power outlets. These can be found in T1, Gate C13, and airside. The Mothers Rooms are located at the entrance of Concourse E and C in T1. The airport also offers an aviation-themed children’s play area at Terminal 1, Concourse C near C12 Gates, and the Baggage Claim, and Concourse H at T2.

  • Are there luggage storage units at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)?

    MSP Airport offers luggage storage at the Lindbergh Terminal. The units feature lockers that can accommodate all sizes of bags. They are also equipped with finger technology for security purposes. The storage rate averages around $4.00-$12.00 per day. The maximum storage time is 48 hours.

  • Where is the car rental service located at Portland International Airport (PDX)?

    PDX Airport has an on-airport rental car pick-up and drop-off location on Level 1 of the short-term parking garage. There are over 10 car rental companies operating at the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Portland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Minneapolis to Portland was $149 for a one-way ticket and $274 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Minneapolis and Portland?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Minneapolis to Portland. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Minneapolis to Portland?

    When flying out of Minneapolis you will be using Minneapolis St Paul. You will be landing at Portland, also known as Portland.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Minneapolis to Portland?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Minneapolis to Portland flight route: Delta, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, WestJet, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and Aeromexico.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Minneapolis to Portland?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Minneapolis to Portland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Minneapolis to Portland?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Minneapolis and Portland, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Minneapolis to Portland?

    There are nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Portland on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Minneapolis to Portland, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Minneapolis to Portland are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $363 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $284 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Minneapolis to Portland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Minneapolis to Portland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Minneapolis to Portland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Portland from Minneapolis is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Minneapolis to Portland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Portland with an airline and back to Minneapolis with another airline. Booking your flights between Minneapolis and PDX can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Minneapolis to Portland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Portland from Minneapolis up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Portland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $178 or less one-way and $320 or less round-trip.
  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is located 10 miles from Downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis. The airport serves as a home to Sun Country Airlines, one of the major airlines flying to Portland. If you're coming from Downtown Minneapolis, you can use the METRO Blue Line that stops at Terminals 1 and 2.
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) is located 12 miles northeast of Downtown Portland. The airport serves as a hub for Alaska Airlines, one of the airlines flying the MSP-Portland routes. To move to Downtown Portland, you can use the MAX Red Line rail.
  • If you’d like to rest and enjoy a meal or a drink, you can do so at one of the lounges at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The lounges offer a quiet and calm place where you can relax as you wait for your flight. Some of the clubs found at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are Delta Sky Club located at Terminal 1 and United Club at Terminal 1 Concourse E. Entry to these lounges is by either membership or pay at the door.
  • For passengers with small children, elderly passengers, or those with movement mobility, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport offers courtesy special needs shuttles as an alternative to the light rail that moves people across terminals. The shuttle pickup point is at the ground level at Terminal 2 and the drop-off is at Terminal 1.
  • For expedited access to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, you can enroll in the CLEAR program. The CLEAR kiosks are available at both South and North checkpoints in T1.

Prefer to fly direct from Minneapolis to Portland?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Portland.
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Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Portland to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Sun Country Air

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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