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Cheapest return flight
$1,612
Typical prices: $1,495-$1,971
American Airlines
Mon 5/2Thu 8/2
MEL - MSP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,019
Typical prices: $843-$1,327
Delta
Fri 19/1
MEL - MSP • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Minneapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,779 (return)
Shortest trip • 23h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Minneapolis (MEL-MSP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Minneapolis

Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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22:45 - 13:43MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
55h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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16:11 - 05:00MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
43h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,612American Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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22:45 - 13:43MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
55h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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16:11 - 05:00MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
43h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,613American Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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22:45 - 13:43MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
55h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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16:11 - 05:00MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
43h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,616American Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 6 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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11:30 - 20:28MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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17:15 - 10:30MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
24h 15m1 stop San Francisco
$1,725United Airlines
8 hours ago
Fri, 6 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 19:45MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
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15:23 - 09:30MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
25h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$1,725United Airlines
8 hours ago
Fri, 6 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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12:45 - 16:04MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
20h 19m1 stop San Francisco
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07:00 - 10:30MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m1 stop San Francisco
$1,725United Airlines
8 hours ago
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Delta Logo
10:10 - 18:56MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 46m1 stop Los Angeles
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09:03 - 08:00MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
29h 57m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
$1,789Delta
3+ days ago
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Delta Logo
10:10 - 21:15MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
28h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
08:45 - 08:00MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
30h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
$1,789Delta
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 20:59MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 49m3 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Denver Intl
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08:50 - 08:55MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
31h 05m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,958Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 - 05:30MEL  Melbourne-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
33h 45m1 stop San Francisco
Virgin Australia Logo
07:00 - 10:30MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m1 stop San Francisco
$2,033Virgin Australia
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis typically range from $1,495 to $1,971. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,612 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis at $1,267 return.
•April ($2,209) and December ($2,102) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$1,019
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Melbourne to Minneapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Minneapolis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis:

    • Economy class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis takes 00m, covering 24,449 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis range from $1,495 to $1,971, with an average of $1,652 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,495 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,612 to $5,464. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,280, which is 249% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis most commonly connect through:

    • San Francisco (SFO) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,500 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,940, a difference of $439.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 58m, compared to 23h 07m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 23h 16m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis is 16 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,500, about $439 less than Thursday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Minneapolis trip for January. Fares historically average $1,267 return in that month – typically $942 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Melbourne to Minneapolis

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