How busy is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International right now?

The TSA wait at MSP is very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy MSP is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for MSP?

The FAA airport status for MSP (Minneapolis-Saint Paul International) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. MSP has an on-time departure rate of 81%, with an average delay of 75 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is MSP busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP). TSA wait is currently very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour. Overall, 81% of flights depart on time from MSP. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at MSP. On a typical day, 81% of departures from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International are on time. When delays occur, they average about 75 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Are there delays at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current MSP delays. Historically, 81% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 75 minutes. About 1.1% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

What is the average departure delay at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International?

When departures at MSP (Minneapolis-Saint Paul International) are delayed, the average delay is about 75 minutes. Overall, 81% of flights depart on time. About 1.1% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). At MSP, 81% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 75 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International?

MSP is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including MSP. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

Heads up at MSP. Avg delay is 75 min when late.

Give yourself extra time. 81% on-time rate, TSA is very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour.

Updated 11:49 PM UTC

MSP Minneapolis Delays & Airport Status

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International(Minneapolis Airport)

MSP delays today: Minneapolis-Saint Paul International has an on-time departure rate of about 81%. The FAA airport status for MSP typically shows an average delay of 75 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). Roughly 1.1% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 19 minutes. The current TSA wait is very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 6 PM (24-30 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated September 2026.