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Getting from Minneapolis airport to the city center
Fastest option: Light Rail (Blue Line). Best value: Metro Transit bus and Light Rail.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
25-35 min | $2-$2.50 (standard fare; reduced fare available) | every 10–15 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers to downtown | |
35-50 min | $2-$2.50 (standard fare) | every 15–30 min (traffic dependent) | connecting neighborhoods | |
20-40 min | $35-$55 (metered; varies by traffic and destination) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
20-40 min | $25-$50 (surge pricing may apply) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | flexible pickup locations | |
20-40 min | $50-$100 (pre-booked; varies by provider) | by reservation (traffic dependent) | groups and business travelers | |
20-40 min | $40-$100 (per day; varies by vehicle and provider) | on-demand (traffic dependent) | exploring beyond the city |
Notes:
- Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- The METRO Blue Line connects both Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) and Terminal 2 (Humphrey) to downtown Minneapolis.
- Taxis and ride-hailing services pick up at designated areas outside baggage claim at both terminals.
- Road travel times vary significantly during rush hours (7–9 AM and 4–6 PM on weekdays).
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Minneapolis
Weekly direct flights
Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from San Diego to Minneapolis in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.
| Airline | Mon 09.02 | Tue 10.02 | Wed 11.02 | Thu 12.02 | Fri 13.02 | Sat 14.02 | Sun 15.02 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 0 total | Daily flights: 0 average | Most flights: 0 flights |
| Airline | Mon 16.02 | Tue 17.02 | Wed 18.02 | Thu 19.02 | Fri 20.02 | Sat 21.02 | Sun 22.02 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 1 total | Daily flights: 0.14 average | Most flights: Monday 1 flights |
| Airline | Mon 23.02 | Tue 24.02 | Wed 25.02 | Thu 26.02 | Fri 27.02 | Sat 28.02 | Sun 01.03 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | --- | --- | 1 | 1 | --- | 1 | |
| Weekly flights: 3 total | Daily flights: 0.43 average | Most flights: Thursday 1 flights |
| Airline | Mon 02.03 | Tue 03.03 | Wed 04.03 | Thu 05.03 | Fri 06.03 | Sat 07.03 | Sun 08.03 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | 2 | |
| Weekly flights: 3 total | Daily flights: 0.43 average | Most flights: Sunday 2 flights |
Check-in for a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | UAL | UA | No |
| Frontier Airlines | FFT | F9 | No |
| Hawaiian Airlines | HAL | HA | No |
| Sun Country Airlines | SCX | SY | Yes |
| Alaska Airlines | ASA | AS | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Minneapolis
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | -5°C | -13°C |
| February | -3°C | -11°C |
| March | 4°C | -3°C |
| April | 11°C | 2°C |
| May | 19°C | 10°C |
| June | 25°C | 15°C |
| July | 28°C | 18°C |
| August | 27°C | 17°C |
| September | 23°C | 13°C |
| October | 14°C | 6°C |
| November | 5°C | -1°C |
| December | -2°C | -8°C |
14 day forecast
Minneapolis travel tips
Pick sides at Weisman Art Museum in Minneapolis
Go to 333 East River Parkway in Minneapolis and have a close look at the Weisman Art Museum. Some locals think it is a real architectural gem; others think it is a mess of steel that must be demolished. Visit the exhibitions inside, go out, have a look one more time, and decide whose side you are on.
Head to the Northeast District in Minneapolis if you search for ethnic diversity
Go to the Northeast District in Minneapolis (also known as "Nordeast") to find ethnic diversity. Many Eastern European immigrants flocked here in the early 20th century. Go to the Kramarczuk Sausage Company at 215 E Hennepin Avenue to find tasty homemade sausages and Ukrainian borsch.
Open stunning views on the 30th floor of the Foshay Tower in Minneapolis
Located at 821 S Marquette Avenue in Minneapolis, the Foshay Tower offers you stunning views. This Art Deco skyscraper used to be the highest building in the city. Go up to the open-air observation deck on the 30th floor and enjoy the views!
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