Minneapolis (MSP) to Sioux Falls (FSD): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Minneapolis (MSP) to Sioux Falls (FSD) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2025, 95% of arrivals were on time; in December 2025 that fell to 49% — a 46-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 79% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (87% vs 74%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 79%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 15 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.0%
- Flights/day
- 3.7
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 9m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 196 mi
Best airline from MSP to FSD
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavor Airmost reliable | 85% | 9 min | 1.3% | 153 |
| SkyWest Airlines | 80% | 15 min | 0.8% | 1,801 |
| Delta Air Lines | 75% | 19 min | 1.3% | 765 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MSP to FSD
Aim for departures around 9 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (69%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 80% | 15 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 81% | 19 min |
| Wednesday | 80% | 14 min |
| Thursday | 75% | 15 min |
| Friday | 79% | 16 min |
| Saturday | 81% | 11 min |
| Sunday | 76% | 17 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft11%
- Airline operations59%
- National airspace system11%
- Weather20%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MSP to FSD delayed?
- 21% of MSP–FSD flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 15 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MSP to FSD?
- Endeavor Air has the best on-time record on this route at 85%, based on 153 flights. 3 airlines flew MSP–FSD frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MSP to FSD?
- Departures around 9 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 6 p.m. have the worst (69%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MSP to FSD?
- The scheduled MSP–FSD flight time averages 1h 9m over 196 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 21% of the time.
- How often are MSP to FSD flights cancelled?
- 1% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from MSP to FSD?
- December 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 49% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2025 at 95%. If your dates are flexible, that 46-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,719 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.