How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Chicago to Minneapolis take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 537 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Chicago to Minneapolis

537

Kilometres (km)

334

Miles (mi)

290

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Chicago to Minneapolis is approximately 537 km. The typical flight time is 1h 07m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Chicago

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)25 km
Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY)57 km
Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC)95 km

Near Minneapolis

St Cloud Regional Airport (STC)99 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Chicago to Minneapolis is approximately 537 km (334 miles).