Flying from Minneapolis to Atlanta: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out your options for departing from this base when booking flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta.
When it comes to where you'll disembark, Atlanta's primary entry point is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
The average time for a direct Minneapolis to Atlanta flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Atlanta one hour ahead of Minneapolis.
The busiest route for flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). You can select from 67 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from MSP to ATL is the 05:15 Delta Air Lines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 21:10 with Delta Air Lines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Minneapolis to Atlanta flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta
$118 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Return flights start from $236. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can book a direct flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta jetting off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Start your journey at MSP and land at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Popular carriers that offer direct Minneapolis to Atlanta plane tickets departing from MSP include:
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, data shows 77.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is approximately 13 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to ATL if you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and find adventure across Atlanta and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta. July is the busiest month to visit Atlanta. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Atlanta in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Atlanta right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Atlanta to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Atlanta, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to check off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.