On this page, you can find and buy flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd. The direct distance between the cities is 169 km, and the flight frequency reaches 8 flights per week.
The main carrier on this route is Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book; current prices and trends are shown in the tables below. You can also find information on how to get to the airport of departure and how to get to your destination from Brainerd Airport.
The table shows direct flights Minneapolis → Brainerd on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h. Regular flights are operated by Delta. Departures from Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport airports, arrivals at Crow Wing County Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Minneapolis — Brainerd by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 331 in n, and the most expensive are around AED 359 in b. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Minneapolis → Brainerd, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 317 | low | May | AED 355 | medium | Sep | AED 373 | medium |
| Feb | AED 299 | low | Jun | AED 373 | medium | Oct | AED 336 | low |
| Mar | AED 328 | medium | Jul | AED 429 | high | Nov | AED 328 | low |
| Apr | AED 343 | medium | Aug | AED 429 | high | Dec | AED 355 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Brainerd is distinctly seasonal: the warmest period is July with temperatures reaching 26.8°C, while the coldest is February, when temperatures drop to -14.1°C. September is considered the rainiest month of the year.
The lowest flight price was recorded in March, starting AED 331. The most expensive month for booking currently is November, with ticket prices starting AED 359.
We recommend August as the best time to visit: the weather remains comfortably warm (up to 25.2°C), and ticket prices start AED 334. It's best to avoid the period from December to February due to extremely low temperatures.
On the route from Minneapolis to Brainerd, regular air service is provided by Delta Air Lines. The carrier operates approximately 8 direct flights per week, allowing passengers to travel quickly between the cities. You can find detailed information about departure days and specific flight times in the interactive list below.
Flights Minneapolis — Brainerd depart from Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport and arrive at Crow Wing County Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Given the distance of 169 km, actual flight time is less than 50 minutes, making air travel the fastest way to travel between the cities.
Delta Air Lines operates regular direct flights from Minneapolis to Brainerd.
Yes, there are direct flights available on this route without any layovers.
Flights from Minneapolis arrive at Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD).
The most favorable fares are usually available when booking several weeks before departure. To find the best price, use the low-price calendar on this page.
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