ORD MSP

Chicago to Minneapolis awards.

334 miles · ~0h 42m estimated flight time

About this route

Airlines serving both Chicago and Minneapolis include United Airlines, Condor, Aer Lingus and 4 more. We don't publish an award chart for this city pair yet, so use the search tool below to check live award pricing and availability across every program that flies it.

Airlines serving these airports

These carriers serve both ORD and MSP, non-stop or via a connecting hub.

United Airlines

United Airlines

UA

Condor

Condor

DE

Aer Lingus

Aer Lingus

EI

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

AS

American Airlines

American Airlines

AA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines

F9

Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines

WN

When award seats open on this route

United Airlines ~337d Verified Mar 2026
Aer Lingus ~355d Verified Jan 2025
Alaska Airlines ~331d Verified Dec 2024
American Airlines ~331d Verified Mar 2026
Southwest irregular release — see notes Verified Mar 2026

Booking tips

  • Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
  • Compare programs before transferring — prices vary significantly between loyalty currencies
  • Check our search tool for real-time Chicago to Minneapolis award availability

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Frequently asked questions

Which loyalty programs can I use for ORD to MSP?

We don't publish an award chart for ORD–MSP yet, so search the route to see which programs price it and what they charge. Most major programs accept transfers from Amex, Chase and Capital One, so the currency you hold is rarely the constraint — availability is.

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