Travelling from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the main airport in Minneapolis. Search for flights from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) that jet out of this base.
The average time for a direct Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Jacksonville International Airport is located in Jacksonville. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Minneapolis.
The most popular route is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Choose from 8 direct services every week. Sun Country Airlines operates a 6:14am departure between MSP and JAX.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Minneapolis to JAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can hop on a direct flight from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
When taking off from MSP, you can catch a direct flight from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from MSP to JAX.
Delta Air Lines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
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77.37% of flights that leave from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Consider booking a hotel close to JAX if you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up a Jacksonville International Airport rental car and explore Jacksonville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport flight.
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
Jacksonville International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Right now, P6,450 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P13,626. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Minneapolis to JAX. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Visit Jacksonville in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Minneapolis to JAX plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jacksonville, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jacksonville
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jacksonville right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Minneapolis to Jacksonville International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville are must-visits when exploring Jacksonville.
Explore more of the United States
Tampa is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Jacksonville. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
Around 225 kilometres south of Jacksonville, Orlando is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.