PDX (Portland) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 91% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 93%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.PDX → MSP
PDX (Portland) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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This route is usually on time. About 91% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 93% vs Delta Air Lines at 92%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 93% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 92%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PDX
83% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PDX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MSP
84% 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 ~9 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.