AVL (Asheville) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 67% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 72%. The average delay is 68 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.AVL → MSP
AVL (Asheville) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 67% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 72% on time vs Allegiant Air at 36%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 72% on time; Allegiant Air trails at 36%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from AVL
78% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. AVL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~30 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
AVL cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MSP
83% on timeWhen flights into MSP are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSP: TSA is ~17 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.