Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 2 hours 51 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Houston and Minneapolis are in the same timezone (UTC-5).
Flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport start at 06:20 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last flight of the day is the 21:05 option with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 67 weekly services from IAH to MSP.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the IAH - MSP route include:
Kansas City International Airport
Eppley Airfield
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is R 1,761. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,670. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IAH to MSP.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from IAH to MSP is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near IAH. Whether you've booked an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to the centre of Minneapolis is about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 26 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Minneapolis in February.
Book your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport for July if you want to visit Minneapolis during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAH to MSP in January. Temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC then.
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flights from IAH to MSP, you'll need to find a place to stay in Minneapolis. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Minneapolis to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Minneapolis getaway.
