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 Minneapolis to Chicago take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 571 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: Minneapolis to Chicago

571

Kilometres (km)

355

Miles (mi)

308

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Minneapolis to Chicago is approximately 571 km. The typical flight time is 1h 25m.

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 Minneapolis

St Cloud Regional Airport (STC)99 km

Near Chicago

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Minneapolis to Chicago is approximately 571 km (355 miles).