RNO - MSP

$100 Find Cheap Flights from Reno to Minneapolis - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $341-$605
Sun Country Air
Thu 11/22Mon 11/26
RNO - MSP • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$217
Typical prices: $319-$589
Sun Country Air
Thu 11/15Mon 11/19
RNO - MSP • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Reno and Minneapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $350 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 51m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Minneapolis!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Reno to Minneapolis (RNO-MSP)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Reno to Minneapolis

Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
Sun Country Air Logo
8:00 am - 1:13 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 13mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
3:25 pm - 5:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
3h 38mnonstop
$217Sun Country Air
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
Sun Country Air Logo
3:15 pm - 8:28 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 13mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
3:45 pm - 5:23 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
3h 38mnonstop
$217Sun Country Air
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
Frontier Logo
6:07 pm - 9:16 amRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
13h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
2:08 pm - 8:36 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
20h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$227Frontier
Mon, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 17
Frontier Logo
6:07 pm - 9:16 amRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
13h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
8:31 pm - 8:36 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
14h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$227Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 6:01 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 31m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:39 am - 12:41 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
6h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 9:25 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 10:15 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$359Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 6:01 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 31m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 8:52 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
9h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$364United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
1:01 pm - 12:26 amRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:24 am - 12:51 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
9h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$364American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
10:02 am - 10:53 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
10h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 11:53 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
10h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$370American Airlines
Fri, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 27
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 3:25 pmRNO  Reno-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 1:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RNO Reno
8h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$474Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Reno to Minneapolis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Reno to Minneapolis typically range from $341 to $605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $217, on Sun Country Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Reno to Minneapolis. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Reno to Minneapolis at $357 round-trip.
•January ($829) and December ($586) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 132% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Reno to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Reno to Minneapolis are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% 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 Reno to Minneapolis

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
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 Reno to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$100
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 98% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Reno to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Reno to Minneapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reno to Minneapolis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Reno to Minneapolis 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 Reno to Minneapolis?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 11:13 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:15 pm and lands at 6:28 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 13m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Reno to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Reno to Minneapolis takes 3h 13m, covering 1,402 miles.

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

    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 Reno to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Reno to Minneapolis range from $341 to $605, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $341 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 56% above the $453 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $350 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $419 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Reno to Minneapolis?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Sun Country Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Reno to Minneapolis 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 $217 to $1,036. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Reno to Minneapolis are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $194.

  • What car rental options are available at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)?

    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

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Reno to Minneapolis. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $382 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $579, a difference of $197.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Reno to Minneapolis?

    Only Sun Country Air operates flights between Reno and Minneapolis.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 51m, compared with 6h 08m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Reno and Minneapolis?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Minneapolis?

    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.

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

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: 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.

  • Does Reno-Tahoe Airport provide private facilities for nursing mothers?

    Yes. RNO has installed freestanding Mamava XL pods, which are lockable units where traveling mothers can have some cleanliness and privacy in order to feed their babies or express their breast milk. Located on Concourse B at Gate 1 and on Concourse C adjacent to Subway, these Mamava pods each have a fold- down table, seating, a USB port, an electrical outlet, exhaust fan, and motion activated lighting.

  • Does Reno-Tahoe Airport provide any animal relief stations?

    Yes. If you are traveling with a pet or a service animal, you can stop at one of the mini dog parks located outside, just before you enter the terminal. There is a mini dog park on each side of the building, one outside baggage claim and one outside ticketing. Once you enter the airport and pass through the security checkpoint, you will find another animal relief area in the High Mountain Marketplace, adjacent to the escalators.

  • Does Minneapolis Airport have an on-site hotel?

    Yes. If you need to get settled quickly when you land in Minneapolis or you will be staying in the city for only a short time, consider checking into the InterContinental Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport hotel. Conveniently located across from Concourse C of MNL, this hotel features a workout room, a business center, a laundry service, a bar and restaurant, and more.

  • Does MSP have a USO?

    No, not a USO. However, the Minneapolis Airport has an Armed Forces Service Center that welcomes members of the US Armed Forces, Reservist, National Guard, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, and their families to enjoy the amenities of this private military lounge at no charge.

Your guide to booking Reno to Minneapolis 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $382, about $197 less than Monday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Reno to Minneapolis trip for May. Fares historically average $357 round-trip in that month - typically $472 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $350 round-trip on this route - about $69 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • The Reno - Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is located just west of the state border between California and Nevada. A hub for Delta, the Minneapolis - St Paul International Airport (MSP) is just east of the border between Minnesota and Wisconsin.
  • Southwest, American, United, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier are among the many airlines that offer flights from RNO to MSP with one stop. The layover city might be Phoenix, Las Vegas, Denver, San Francisco, Seattle, or Dallas, among others. Delta, Frontier, United, and American are among the airlines that offer flights from RNO to MSP with two stops.
  • As you wait for your plane to Minneapolis, you might encounter some therapy dogs from the Paws4Passengers program at RNO. Over 25 different teams of therapy dogs and their experienced handlers roam Departures in order to bring comfort, delight, or distraction to those passengers waiting for a flight.
  • Most rental car agencies that you can access from MSP are on site. Ace Rent-A-Car, however, is off site, but has a free shuttle available 24/7. Agencies that you can find in Terminals 1 and 2 at MSP include Enterprise, Avis, Payless, Hertz, Budget, and others.
  • If you are looking for something to do at RNO as you wait for your flight to Minneapolis, you could have fun playing the slots at one of the many slot machines situated throughout the Reno-Tahoe Airport. Slot machines are located in the Tahoe Taphouse as well as in the lobby and along the concourses. If playing the slots is not your idea of relaxing, you can also find Massage Chairs available in many of the same areas.

Prefer to fly direct from Reno to Minneapolis?

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

Direct departures

Reno to Minneapolis St Paul

Sunday

Sun Country Air

Sun Country Air

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Reno

Thursday

Sun Country Air

Sun Country Air

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Reno to Minneapolis

Complete your trip to Minneapolis with a hotel stay or car rental