Minneapolis to Saskatoon flights
Saskatoon lies 1,264 km (785 mi) north-west of Minneapolis, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 22 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Minneapolis | Saskatoon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Population | 410,939 | 266,141 |
| Elevation | 262 m (860 ft) | 484 m (1,588 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-6 (America/Regina) |
| Nearest large airport | MSP, 12 km out | YXE, 5 km out |
| Postal codes | 55401–55488 | S7W |
Clocks in Saskatoon are 1 h behind Minneapolis right now, so a 2 h 22 min journey lands only 1 h 22 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Saskatoon
Crossing from United States into Canada: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (CAD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Minneapolis
Minneapolis is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,006-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Saint Cloud Regional Airport (STC, 89 km).
Arriving in Saskatoon
Saskatoon is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,300 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport | YXE | 5 km (3 mi) | 8,300 ft | 1,653 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Saskatoon from Minneapolis?
1,264 km (785 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Minneapolis.
How long does it take to get from Minneapolis to Saskatoon by air?
About 2 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Minneapolis and Saskatoon?
Saskatoon is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Regina against America/Chicago).
Which airports are used for Minneapolis to Saskatoon flights?
Typically Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE).
What currency do I need in Saskatoon?
The Dollar (CAD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.