Indianapolis to Minneapolis flights
Minneapolis lies 822 km (511 mi) north-west of Indianapolis, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 48 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.
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| Indianapolis | Minneapolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 887,642 | 410,939 |
| Elevation | 248 m (814 ft) | 262 m (860 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | IND, 13 km out | MSP, 12 km out |
| Postal codes | 46201–46298 | 55401–55488 |
Clocks in Minneapolis are 1 h behind Indianapolis right now, so a 1 h 48 min journey lands only 48 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Indianapolis
Indianapolis is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Indianapolis International Airport (IND), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,200-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Purdue University Airport (LAF, 98 km).
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | MSP | 12 km (7 mi) | 11,006 ft | 841 ft |
| Saint Cloud Regional Airport (regional) | STC | 89 km (55 mi) | 7,500 ft | 1,031 ft |
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Staying in Minneapolis
Our booking partner lists 263 places to stay in Minneapolis. Of the 154 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (86), and 5 are five-star. Across 64 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 35,538 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Minneapolis from Indianapolis?
822 km (511 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Indianapolis.
How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to Minneapolis by air?
About 1 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Indianapolis and Minneapolis?
Minneapolis is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Indiana/Indianapolis).
Which airports are used for Indianapolis to Minneapolis flights?
Typically Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP); Minneapolis also has STC.
Where can I stay in Minneapolis?
Our booking partner lists 263 places to stay in Minneapolis, bookable on this site.
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.