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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $307-$566
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
RIC - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$419
Typical prices: $269-$560
Delta
Mon 1/15Wed 1/17
RIC - MSP • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 11m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 76% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $257 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Minneapolis (RIC-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Minneapolis

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:20 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 10:23 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$291American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 2:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
22h 55m1 stop Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:59 pm - 3:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$300Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:58 pm - 2:47 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
20h 49m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:14 pm - 12:02 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
15h 48m1 stop Orlando
$301Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
4:31 pm - 10:51 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 3:38 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 28m1 stop Philadelphia
$311American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 4:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
11h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
2:50 pm - 9:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$375Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Fri, Dec 18
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 11:45 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:05 pm - 11:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$377Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:29 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 11:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:29 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 5:28 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411United Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 17
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:16 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 16mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 10:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 45mnonstop
$419Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 31
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:18 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 18mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:56 pm - 11:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$419Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Minneapolis flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Minneapolis typically range from $307 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Minneapolis. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Minneapolis at $258 round-trip.
•March ($639) and October ($554) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Richmond to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Richmond to Minneapolis are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 76% 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 Richmond to Minneapolis

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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Key details for Richmond to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$146
Beat the crowds with an average 72% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 77% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Richmond to Minneapolis

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Your Richmond 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 Richmond to Minneapolis?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:06 am and lands at 9:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:10 pm and lands at 8:21 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 11m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Minneapolis takes 3h 11m, covering 967 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Minneapolis range from $307 to $566, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $307 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 65% above the $434 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $257 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $401 for nonstop.

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

    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 Richmond to Minneapolis?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Richmond to Minneapolis flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond 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 $291 to $1,280. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $205, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Richmond to Minneapolis?

    Flights from Richmond to Minneapolis usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Richmond to Minneapolis. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $359 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $539, a difference of $180.

    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 Richmond to Minneapolis?

    Only Delta operates flights between Richmond and Minneapolis.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 43m, compared with 4h 55m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 25m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis is 1 hour behind Richmond (Central Time vs Eastern 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 offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Richmond to Minneapolis flights?

    Among airlines operating Richmond to Minneapolis 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 Richmond to Minneapolis 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
    • 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 Richmond 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $359, about $180 less than Sunday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 76% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Minneapolis trip for June. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $381 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $257 round-trip on this route - about $144 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Richmond to Minneapolis?

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

Direct departures

Richmond Byrd Intl 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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Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond Byrd Intl

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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