Grand Forks, North Dakota

Private charter · MSP → GFK

Minneapolis to Grand Forks

284 miles, about 1 hr 40 min in a Cirrus SR20. One price for the whole airplane.

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The trip

Minneapolis to Grand Forks, door to door faster.

Trade about 6½ hours on the road for about 1 hr 40 min in the air. Littlebird flies you direct from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field in Minneapolis to Grand Forks International Airport in Grand Forks, 284 miles in a Cirrus SR20. You get the whole airplane for one price, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
284 mi
Flight
1 hr 40 min
Driving
6½ hours
Passengers
Up to 5
MSPMinneapolisGFKGrand Forks
MSP → GFK284 miles direct

Flight time by aircraft

  • Cirrus SR20 · up to 3 passengers1 hr 40 min
  • Cirrus Vision Jet · up to 5 passengers55 min

Planned times in the air. Your quote shows exact departure and arrival times.

Departing Minneapolis

Airports in Minneapolis

  • MSP

    Major airport

    Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field

    Minneapolis · KMSP

    From downtown
    7 mi
    Longest runway
    11,006 ft

  • STP

    Commercial airport

    Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field

    Saint Paul · KSTP

    From downtown
    11 mi
    Longest runway
    6,491 ft

  • MIC

    Regional airport

    Crystal Airport

    Minneapolis · KMIC

    From downtown
    7 mi
    Longest runway
    3,751 ft

  • KANE

    Regional airport

    Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport

    Minneapolis

    From downtown
    12 mi
    Longest runway
    5,000 ft

  • FCM

    Regional airport

    Flying Cloud Airport

    Minneapolis · KFCM

    From downtown
    14 mi
    Longest runway
    5,001 ft

  • KSGS

    Regional airport

    South St Paul Municipal Airport/Richard E Fleming Field

    South St Paul

    From downtown
    14 mi
    Longest runway
    4,002 ft

Arriving Grand Forks

Airports in Grand Forks

  • GFK

    Commercial airport

    Grand Forks International Airport

    Grand Forks · KGFK

    From downtown
    5 mi
    Longest runway
    7,351 ft

  • CKN

    Regional airport

    Crookston Municipal Kirkwood Field

    Crookston · KCKN

    From downtown
    22 mi
    Longest runway
    4,300 ft

  • K4V4

    Regional airport

    Northwood Municipal Airpiort - Vince Field

    Northwood

    From downtown
    27 mi
    Longest runway
    3,160 ft

When you land

Things to do in Grand Forks

Grand Forks is home to the University of North Dakota, whose aerospace school is one of the largest collegiate flight training programs in the world, and the city has built an economy around aviation, unmanned aircraft and research. Grand Forks Air Force Base, which flies large surveillance drones, is just west of town, and a growing cluster of companies works on drone technology nearby. Agriculture, healthcare and manufacturing round out the economy of a city that rebuilt after the devastating Red River flood of 1997.

  1. 01

    Ralph Engelstad Arena

    One of the most lavish college hockey arenas in the country, “the Ralph” is home to UND hockey and is known for its granite, leather and cherry-wood finishes.

  2. 02

    Greater Grand Forks Greenway

    After the 1997 flood, land along the Red and Red Lake rivers became a long greenway with trails, parks and campgrounds connecting both cities.

  3. 03

    North Dakota Museum of Art

    On the UND campus, the state’s official art museum presents contemporary exhibitions and international artists, with free admission.

  4. 04

    Alerus Center

    The city’s large event center hosts UND football, concerts and conventions, and is one of the largest venues in the state.

  5. 05

    Turtle River State Park

    West of the city, this wooded park along the river offers hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and fishing.

  6. 06

    Myra Museum and Campbell House

    The county historical society’s museum covers regional history, with a pioneer log cabin, a schoolhouse and a 19th-century post office on the grounds.

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Questions

Minneapolis to Grand Forks flights

How long is a private flight from Minneapolis to Grand Forks?

About 1 hr 40 min in a Cirrus SR20, for 284 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 6½ hours.

Which airports do flights from Minneapolis to Grand Forks use?

You can depart from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP), Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (STP), or Crystal Airport (MIC) and arrive at Grand Forks International Airport (GFK), Crookston Municipal Kirkwood Field (CKN), or Northwood Municipal Airpiort - Vince Field (K4V4). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from Minneapolis to Grand Forks cost?

The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.

Can I book a round trip between Minneapolis and Grand Forks?

Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Grand Forks back to Minneapolis are priced the same way.

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