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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $282-$491
Sun Country Air
Mon 11/5Thu 11/8
MSP - RNO • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$197
Typical prices: $248-$464
Sun Country Air
Mon 11/12Thu 11/15
MSP - RNO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Sun Country Air. Average duration is 3h 38m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $290 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Reno (MSP-RNO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Reno

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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3:25 pm - 5:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
3h 38mnonstop
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9:00 am - 2:13 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 13mnonstop
$197Sun Country Air
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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3:25 pm - 5:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
3h 38mnonstop
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9:00 am - 2:13 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 13mnonstop
$197Sun Country Air
Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:10 pm - 5:57 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
7h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:00 am - 2:13 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 13mnonstop
$241Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:25 pm - 5:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
3h 38mnonstop
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6:42 pm - 12:04 amRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 22m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$254Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 9:00 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
22h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:42 pm - 11:12 amRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
14h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$283Frontier
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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12:10 pm - 8:23 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
10h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:25 am - 11:12 amRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
22h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$283Frontier
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 10:53 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
9h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 6:17 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$417American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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3:23 pm - 11:32 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
10h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:29 pm - 11:59 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$417American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
8h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:04 am - 5:10 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 06m1 stop Portland
$417Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:00 am - 1:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
8h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:04 am - 5:10 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 06m1 stop Portland
$417Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Reno flights

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Reno typically range from $282 to $491. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $197, on Sun Country Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Reno. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Reno at $239 round-trip.
•March ($500) and October ($427) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Reno the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Reno are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Reno

 
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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.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Sun Country Air

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.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on RNO

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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 Reno flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$99
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Reno

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Your Minneapolis to Reno 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 Reno?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:35 am and lands at 11:13 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:25 pm and lands at 7:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 38m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Reno?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Reno takes 3h 38m, covering 1,402 miles.

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

    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 Reno flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Reno range from $282 to $491, with an average of $375 over the past 12 months. Anything below $282 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 68% above the $375 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $290 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $334 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 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 Reno?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sun Country Air and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Reno 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 $197 to $959. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Reno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $160, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Reno Airport (RNO)?

    Reno Airport (RNO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Reno usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Reno (RNO).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Minneapolis to Reno. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $322 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $408, a difference of $86.

    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 Reno?

    Only Sun Country Air operates flights between Minneapolis and Reno.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 46m, compared with 5h 50m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 29m via Portland (PDX).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Reno?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Reno?

    Some of the most popular sights in Reno are Reno-Sparks Convention Center, National Bowling Stadium and Casino at Silver Legacy Resort. These are among the most viewed places in Reno on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Reno 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 Reno 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 First Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What services does American Airlines offer Business Class passengers on flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Reno (RNO)?

    American Airlines offers the following services to Business Class passengers on flights from Minneapolis to Reno. Business Class passengers can use priority check-in lanes and have access to American Airlines' Admirals Club lounges. Business Class passengers can also board their flights early and the seats offer more legroom than Economy Class seats.

  • What are some common layovers for flights from Minneapolis to Reno?

    Connecting flights from Minneapolis to Reno will typically have layovers in various cities depending on the airline. Some of these layovers include Phoenix (PHX), Denver (DEN), Chicago (ORD), Los Angeles (LAX), Salt Lake City (SLC), Las Vegas (LAS), Dallas (DFW), Portland (PDX), and Seattle (SEA).

  • What seat options are available on Alaska Airlines flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Reno (RNO)?

    Alaska Airlines offers several different seat options on flights from Minneapolis to Reno, including first-class, premium class, main cabin, and basic economy. Each of these options comes with varying levels of amenities and perks, such as extra legroom, priority boarding, and free meals and drinks. Additionally, passengers can choose to purchase seats with specific features.

  • Can I bring a pet on flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Reno (RNO)?

    If you book flights from Minneapolis to Reno with Southwest Airlines, you will be allowed to bring a pet. Southwest Airlines allows small pets to travel with their owners in the cabin of the aircraft for a fee. The pets must be placed in approved carriers that should be able to fit under the seat in front of the owner, and the owner must follow certain rules and regulations regarding the pet's behavior and care during the flight.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Reno 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $322, about $86 less than Saturday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Reno trip for November. Fares historically average $239 round-trip in that month - typically $261 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $290 round-trip on this route - about $44 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 Reno Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Reno
    • SureStay Plus by Best Western Reno Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Reno Airport By IHG
  • Sun Country Air offers flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Reno (RNO) and has been investing in newer, fuel-efficient aircraft to replace older, less efficient models. The airline has begun to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), which is made from renewable resources, such as agricultural and municipal waste.
  • There are a few ways to get from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to the city center. You can take a taxi from the airport to the city center or use the RTC RIDE which offers bus service from the airport to the city center. The bus stop is located just outside of the baggage claim.
  • Spirit Airlines offers assistance for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Reno (RNO). The airline encourages passengers with reduced mobility to contact them in advance of their flight to make arrangements for any special services they may require during their journey, such as wheelchair assistance or special boarding arrangements.
  • Alaska Airlines offers family seating on flights from Minneapolis to Reno, which allows families with children under 14 to sit together without having to pay extra fees. Families with young children are allowed to pre-board the aircraft, so they can settle in and get organized before other passengers board.
  • Passengers traveling on the Basic Economy fare class on Sun Country Air flights from Minneapolis to Reno are allowed to bring one personal item on board, such as a purse or a small backpack. Passengers traveling on the Standard Economy fare class are allowed to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag on board. Checked baggage may incur fees.

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Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Reno

Thursday

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Direct returns

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Sunday

Sun Country Air

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