Question 1

How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles typically takes around 4 hours 10 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 7 hours 34 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

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Yes, there are nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, averaging around 7 to 8 flights per day, operated by, among others, Delta and Sun Country Airlines. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles are operated by, among others, Delta and Sun Country Airlines. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with United Airlines (via Chicago O'Hare), Frontier Airlines (via Denver, Las Vegas) and Alaska Airlines (via Portland-Oregon, Seattle-Tacoma). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

From Minneapolis to Los Angeles, there are on average around 7 to 8 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

From Minneapolis to Los Angeles, there are around 53 to 54 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles usually departs at 6:05 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Los Angeles.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles usually departs at 10:10 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 10/04/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F93749, F91183 06h 52min	Return 10/27/26 direct SY0426 03h 29min	Frontier Airlines	?	$257
Best option Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 10/04/26 direct SY0421 03h 50min	Return 10/27/26 direct SY0426 03h 29min	Sun Country Airlines		$288
Minneapolis Los Angeles Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 10/04/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F93749, F91183 06h 52min	Return 10/27/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F94346, F91150 17h 19min	Frontier Airlines		$259
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 07/23/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91149, F94345 27h 56min	Return 08/09/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F94346, F91292 25h 52min	Frontier Airlines		$282
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 07/23/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91149, F94345 27h 56min	Return 08/09/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F94946, F91292 22h 22min	Frontier Airlines	?	$287
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 10/04/26 direct SY0421 03h 50min	Return 10/27/26 direct SY0426 03h 29min	Sun Country Airlines	?	$294
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 07/23/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F93199, F94345 12h 55min	Return 08/09/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F94946, F91292 22h 22min	Frontier Airlines		$294
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 07/23/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F93199, F92341 05h 34min	Return 08/09/26 direct SY0430 03h 39min	Frontier Airlines		$314
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 07/23/26 direct SY0425 03h 53min	Return 08/09/26 direct SY0430 03h 39min	Sun Country Airlines	?	$342
Minneapolis Los Angeles	Outbound 10/04/26 1 Stopover (PDX) AS0332, AS1458 08h 10min	Return 10/27/26 1 Stopover (PDX) AS0668, AS0332 07h 53min	Alaska Airlines		$357

Roundtrip from	$256.20
Flight duration	min. 03:56 / max. 04:45
Return flight duration	min. 03:30/ max. 11:22
Distance	2470 km
Flights per week	67
Departure airport	Airport Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport, MN (MSP)
Arrival airport	Airport Los Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure airport - Destination country	Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport, MN - United States

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