MSP (Minneapolis) to DEN (Denver) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.MSP → DEN
MSP (Minneapolis) to DEN (Denver)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 91% vs 77% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 91% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MSP
81% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~8 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DEN
79% on timeWhen flights into DEN are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DEN: TSA is ~9 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.