Traveling from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 3 hours 43 minutes. Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, making Minneapolis 1 hour behind Fort Myers.
You can choose from 49 weekly flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The 05:00 departure with Sun Country Airlines is the earliest available between RSW and MSP. Sun Country Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:55 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the RSW - MSP route include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
General Mitchell International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSP if you're catching a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Handy information about Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Southwest Florida International Airport is about 23 kilometers from central Fort Myers. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near RSW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from RSW to MSP, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Minneapolis travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
From Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, Minneapolis is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 26 minutes.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Minneapolis trip.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
AED 257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. A return flight starts at AED 514. These prices can change depending on availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from RSW to MSP by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flight tickets from RSW to MSP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -1ºC on average.