DEN (Denver) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.DEN → MSP
DEN (Denver) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 72%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 89% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 72%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DEN
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DEN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MSP
81% on timeWhen flights into MSP are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSP: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.