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Cheapest round-trip
$219
Typical prices: $313-$633
WestJet
Thu 9/27Fri 9/28
YVR - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$696
Typical prices: $385-$841
Delta
Fri 12/21Fri 1/5
YVR - MSP • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Delta free Wi-Fi helps on domestic legs; WestJet Wi-Fi costs extra.
WestJet Premium cabin adds priority boarding and two free checked bags.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 27m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $312 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Minneapolis (YVR-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Minneapolis

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:00 am - 1:25 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Edmonton
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2:55 pm - 7:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 15m1 stop Edmonton
$219WestJet
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
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6:00 am - 1:25 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Edmonton
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2:55 pm - 7:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 15m1 stop Edmonton
$219WestJet
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
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6:00 am - 1:25 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Edmonton
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2:55 pm - 7:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 15m1 stop Edmonton
$220WestJet
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:00 am - 1:25 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Edmonton
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2:55 pm - 7:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 15m1 stop Edmonton
$220WestJet
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:35 pm - 10:59 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:55 pm - 8:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 05m1 stop Edmonton
$247Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 15m2 stops Calgary Regina
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7:00 am - 2:35 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$270Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 15m2 stops Calgary Regina
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7:01 am - 2:35 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 34m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$272Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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3:45 pm - 5:03 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
11h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:45 pm - 8:33 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
3h 48mnonstop
$593Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:00 pm - 5:25 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 25mnonstop
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3:00 pm - 10:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$597Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:25 pm - 4:03 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
14h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:25 am - 2:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-YVR Vancouver Intl
4h 55mnonstop
$602Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis start at $219. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $313 to $633. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $219 on WestJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 54% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis at $265 round-trip.
  • January ($776) and April ($695) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 192% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% 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 Vancouver 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 WestJet and 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.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on YVR

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Vancouver to Minneapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Minneapolis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Vancouver to Minneapolis: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Vancouver to Minneapolis 
Verified travelerFlew with WestJet-Nov 2024
Vancouver airport needs lots of time to navigate and get to your connection. Minneapolis is a nice airport, lots of amenities and help.
Verified travelerFlew with WestJet-Apr 2024
For better support as a traveller in airports request ticket pricing from the actual carrier to match third-party groups. That way the service could be better in some cases.

Your Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights?

    Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • WestJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    Only Delta operates flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Minneapolis.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Economy Class
    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $312 round-trip via Saskatoon (YXE), compared to $666 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $21–$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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis most commonly connect through:

    • Edmonton (YEG) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Edmonton (YEG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $374 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $632, a difference of $258. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 9:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 2:32 pm and lands at 5:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 27m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 40% above the route average of $409. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis takes 3h 27m, covering 1,431 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 $219 to $1,577. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $228, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Calgary (YYC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 21m, compared with 6h 33m via Edmonton (YEG) and 6h 37m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Minneapolis?

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

  • 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 starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis range from $313 to $633, with an average of $409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights:

    • • Delta
    • • WestJet

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $374 - about $258 less than Monday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Minneapolis trip for October. Fares historically average $265 round-trip in that month - typically $511 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 Saskatoon Airport (YXE) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $312 round-trip on this route - about $354 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 Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
    - Snelling Motel

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Minneapolis?

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

Direct departures

Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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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