Flying from Minneapolis to Toronto: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Minneapolis to Toronto.
When jetting into Toronto, get off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is another way to get to this city.
The average length of a direct Minneapolis to Toronto flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Toronto is one hour ahead of Minneapolis and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
With 35 weekly flights between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Minneapolis to Toronto with Air Canada at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from MSP to YYZ is with Delta Air Lines at 20:05.
To ensure you make your Minneapolis to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Toronto
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Toronto is ر.ق. 353. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 895. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book four months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Minneapolis to Toronto flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Minneapolis to Toronto is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Minneapolis to Toronto, you can depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Travel from MSP to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) without any stops.
You'll find a variety of carriers offering direct Minneapolis to Toronto plane tickets with departures from MSP, including:
We make it simple to find a Minneapolis to Toronto flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
MSP is about 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Toronto, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Minneapolis to Toronto flight.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Minneapolis to Toronto has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Kick back after your Minneapolis to Toronto flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Hertz, National and Avis.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Hop off your flight from Minneapolis to Toronto and head directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Toronto is around 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YKF after your Minneapolis to Toronto flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Check out wheels available from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so book your ride from YKF a few weeks in advance of your flight from Minneapolis to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Toronto. August is the most popular month to travel to Toronto. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Minneapolis to Toronto ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Toronto, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its popular sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
