MSP
Minneapolis
United States
1,793 km
1,114 miles
YBA
Banff
Canada
Distance
1,793 km
1,114 mi / 968 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
301°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MSP YBA
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Banff Airport
IATA Code MSP YBA
ICAO Code KMSP CYBA
City Minneapolis Banff
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Edmonton
Elevation 842 ft 4,583 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 51.210000, -115.540000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Banff (YBA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Banff Airport (YBA) in Banff, Canada is 1,793 kilometers (1,114 miles / 968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:22 in Minneapolis, it's 02:22 in Banff.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,741 feet between the two airports. Banff Airport sits higher than Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport.

The return flight from Banff (YBA) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Banff Airport (YBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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