Direct Flights from ATL to MSP: Book Your Gateway to the Twin Cities
Cheapest flight found
$129
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: ATL → MSP
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$129
Highest Fare
$234
Median Fare
$224
Price Spread
$105
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $129)
Most expensive month: April 2026 (from $234)
Biggest price drop caught: $132 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Atlanta to Minneapolis range from $129 to $234, a $105 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $132 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
Atlanta (ATL)
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Minneapolis (MSP)
Airport Information
Atlanta (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is consistently ranked as the world’s busiest airport, serving as the primary global gateway for the Southeastern United States. Located just seven miles south of downtown Atlanta, the facility features two main terminals and seven concourses. It is famous for its efficient Plane Train, which moves thousands of passengers between gates every hour, and offers a massive selection of dining options ranging from Southern comfort food to international gourmet fare.
Minneapolis (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is a world-class facility that consistently wins awards for passenger satisfaction and operational efficiency. The airport is split into two terminals: the larger Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) and the smaller Terminal 2 (Humphrey). MSP is unique for its integration with local transit, featuring a light rail station that connects travelers directly to both downtown Minneapolis and the nearby Mall of America in under 15 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the non-stop flight from ATL to MSP?
The average flight time for a direct journey from Atlanta to Minneapolis is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Which airlines offer the most frequent service on this route?
Delta Air Lines dominates this route with numerous daily non-stop flights, though Spirit and Southwest also frequently provide competitive service.
Is there a time zone change between Atlanta and Minneapolis?
Yes, Minneapolis is in the Central Time Zone, which is one hour behind Atlanta's Eastern Time Zone.
What is the best way to get to downtown Minneapolis from the airport?
The METRO Blue Line light rail is the most efficient and cost-effective method, offering direct service from the airport terminals to the city center.
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