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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:56 am
• Latest: departs at 9:22 pm and lands at 12:18 am.

The flight takes about 2h 56m.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis takes 2h 56m, covering 978 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 Raleigh to Minneapolis range from $252 to $453, with an average of $344 over the past 12 months. Anything below $252 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $344 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $240 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $347 for nonstop.

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.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $224 to $1,714. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Raleigh to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $68 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget

Flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $419, a difference of $101.

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 Raleigh and Minneapolis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 24m, compared with 4h 27m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 49m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Minneapolis are U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Field and Target Center. These are among the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Raleigh to Minneapolis 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
• 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.

If you arrive late at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, consider staying at the Intercontinental Minneapolis Airport. The hotel is located inside the airport. You can access the hotel via the skyway link in gate C25 on concourse C from terminal 1. Passengers picking up bags at the baggage claim area can use the complimentary airport shuttle in the ground transportation center.

If you are a military officer arriving at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, relax and unwind at the Armed Forces Service Center. The lounge features a TV, telephone with local calls, access to a military DSN phone line, complimentary WiFi, bathroom, toiletries, fax, printer and copier machines and CAC reader. Additionally, the lounge offers complimentary snacks and beverages. The center is above gate A1, mezzanine level in concourse A at terminal 1.

If you are a military officer, you and your family can relax at the USO lounge in Raleigh Durham Airport. At the lounge, you will have access to computers and Wi-Fi, video gaming and a foosball table, a children's play area, changing room, a tv and recliner lounge chairs and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks. The Lounge is located on the third floor, landside of terminal 2.

​​​​​​​Take advantage of the club lounge if you are a Delta Sky Club member at Raleigh Durham Airport. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks, connect to the internet, catch up with the latest news on TV or simply relax in the lounge chairs. Additionally, you will have access to alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, newspapers and magazines, personalized travel assistance, telephones and fax, photocopiers and hotspot printing. The lounge is on the second floor across from gate C3 airside terminal 2.