MSP to DFW Route Guide
Minneapolis, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KMSP (Minneapolis, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 741 NM (1,372 km / 853 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 195° (SSW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 59m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
741 NM
1,372 km / 853 mi
Initial Bearing
195° (SSW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 59m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,723 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
841 ft
KMSP
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 741 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MSP-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between MSP and DFW?
741 nautical miles (1,372 km / 853 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 59m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MSP-DFW?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
195° true (SSW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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