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Minneapolis

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field

KMSP
777
Flights/Day
05:18
Local Time
Chicago
Timezone
841ft
Elevation
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KMSP
VFR
18°C
Few Clouds • 11kt • 1003.80"
Observed: 08:53 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
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TAF valid until 07:00 local time
About Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field

Minneapolis experiences extreme seasonal variation with harsh winters and summer thunderstorms. Arctic air brings gusty conditions.

Is Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport turbulent?

Minneapolis sits in the path of powerful winter storms where Arctic air collides with warmer systems from the south. The polar vortex brings dangerously cold temperatures that challenge de-icing operations. A Delta flight in 2024 made an emergency landing at MSP after dropping over 1,000 feet in severe turbulence over Wyoming, with 25 passengers hospitalized.

  • Polar vortex wind chills reached -48F in the Twin Cities
  • Delta Flight 56 dropped 1,000+ feet in turbulence, diverting to MSP
  • Snowfall records are regularly challenged by winter storms
How does the polar vortex affect MSP?

When the polar vortex dips south, MSP can experience wind chills below -40F for extended periods. Aircraft de-icing becomes critical, with dedicated crews working around the clock. The extreme cold affects aircraft systems and requires additional pre-flight procedures. Despite the challenges, MSP operates remarkably well in cold weather.

When is the best time to fly from Minneapolis?

Late spring (May-June) and early fall (September-October) offer the most comfortable conditions. Winter storms peak December through February but MSP handles snow efficiently. Summer can bring severe thunderstorms when warm Gulf air meets cooler Canadian air. Early morning flights face fewer weather delays year-round.

Is turbulence at Minneapolis dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Minneapolis?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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United Airlines
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AA1320
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PHX 07:12 Local boeing 737 max 8 Forecast
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Delta Air Lines
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Ups
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American Airlines
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DCA 07:17 Local -- Forecast
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Sun Country Airlines
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5X 5X9756 +1
airbus a300f4-622r
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1I205
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MSP DEN
UA UA4742
embraer e175lr
05:33
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AA AA1395
airbus a321-231
05:41
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UA UA2460
boeing 737-924(er)
05:47
Local
MSP PHL
AA AA5512 +1
mitsubishi crj-900lr
05:54
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MSP MCO
SY SY341 +1
06:00
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MSP ORD
UA UA307
06:00
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MSP BWI
WN WN1356
06:00
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MSP DTW
DL DL1461
06:00
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MSP ATL
DL DL8802
06:00
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MSP MIA
AA AA2101 +2
airbus a321-231
06:00
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MSP CUN
SY SY569 +1
06:00
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MSP MCO
DL DL954 +1
06:03
Local
MSP STL
1I968
06:05
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MSP BWI
WN WN4626
boeing 737-7h4
06:06
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MSP MSY
SY SY1981
06:06
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MSP SJD
SY SY547
boeing 737-8q8
06:10
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MSP TPA
DL DL2301
boeing 737-932(er)
06:12
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MSP RSW
SY SY381
06:15
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MSP FNT
1I124
06:17
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MSP CLT
AA AA894 +1
06:18
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MSP TPA
SY SY213
06:18
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MSP YWG
5X496
06:20
Local
MSP DEN
WN WN3819 +3
boeing 737 max 8
06:24
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MSP BZE
SY SY711
boeing 737-8jp
06:24
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MSP BOS
SY SY251
06:25
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WN WN4400 +2
boeing 737 max 8
06:29
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AS AS497
boeing 737-990(er)
06:30
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MSP SRQ
SY SY941
06:30
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MSP MCO
SY SY343
06:35
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CH70
beech 99a airliner
06:36
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MSP LAX
SY SY1621 +2
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MSP SPI
SY SY8013
06:40
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MSP DCA
AA AA4660
06:42
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SY SY207
06:42
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SY SY209
06:42
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SY SY667
06:42
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MSP PHX
SY SY601 +2
06:48
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SY SY567 +1
06:48
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SY SY761
06:50
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MSP EWR
DL DL2864 +3
06:54
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MSP TPA
SY SY215 +1
boeing 737-91m(er)
06:54
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MSP ATL
SY SY355 +1
06:54
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MSP MIA
SY SY415 +1
06:54
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SY SY573
06:54
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SY SY193 +1
06:55
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DL DL2719
06:55
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DL DL3867 +1
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WN WN4285
06:55
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DL DL2649
06:55
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DL DL2656
06:57
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C28553
07:00
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DL DL2972 +1
07:00
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MSP ORD
DL DL1544 +1
07:00
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MSP TVF
CH1324
fairchild swearingen metro iii
07:00
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MSP BJI
CH52
beech 99 airliner
07:00
Local
MSP CUN
SY SY571
boeing 737-8q8
07:00
Local
MSP RSW
DL DL770 +1
airbus a321-211
07:00
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MSP RIE
CH48
beech 65-b80 queen air
07:00
Local
MSP SXM
DL DL2057
boeing 757-232
07:00
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MSP FLL
SY SY753
07:00
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DL DL5175 +1
mitsubishi crj-900lr
07:00
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DL DL8969
07:00
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MSP SEA
AS AS387
07:00
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MSP EWR
UA UA3558 +1
embraer e175lr
07:00
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DL DL3778
07:00
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MSP MDW
DL DL3795 +1
07:00
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DL DL4165
07:00
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MSP SRQ
DL DL2771 +1
07:01
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MSP PUJ
DL DL1853
boeing 737-932(er)
07:05
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DL DL854
07:05
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MSP MKE
DL DL3762
07:05
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MSP BZE
DL DL1940
boeing 737-932(er)
07:05
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MSP STL
DL DL3819
07:05
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MSP PVR
DL DL1935
boeing 737-932(er)
07:05
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MSP RDU
DL DL2783
07:05
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MSP LAS
DL DL2261
07:10
Local
MSP SJD
DL DL1924
boeing 737-932(er)
07:12
Local
MSP AUS
DL DL3988
07:12
Local
MSP SFO
UA UA1116
boeing 737-824
07:12
Local
MSP PHX
AA AA1320
boeing 737 max 8
07:15
Local
MSP VPS
DL DL2462
airbus a320-212
07:17
Local
MSP SDF
5X 5X2567 +1
boeing 767-34af(er)
07:17
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MSP DCA
AA AA5096 +1
07:18
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MSP PIE
SY SY1913
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