Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)

International passengers disembark and proceed directly to US Customs and Border Protection inspection prior to collecting baggage and exiting into the public landside arrivals area.

• Follow overhead signs to Passport Control / US Customs and Border Protection immediately upon exiting the aircraft.
• Present your passport, visa or ESTA authorization, and any required entry documentation to the border officer.
• Complete biometrics processing (facial photograph and fingerprint scanning) at the primary inspection counter.
• Collect checked luggage from the assigned baggage carousel in the international reclaim hall.
• Clear final customs checks before exiting into the main landside arrivals hall to access ground transport.

• Train

  METRO Blue Line (Light Rail)

  Direct light rail train connecting both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to downtown Minneapolis and the Mall of America. Trains run frequently throughout the day.

  Time:

  25–30 minutes to downtown Minneapolis

  Typical cost:

  Roughly $2.00–$2.50 depending on peak hours

• Train

  Metro Transit Bus (Route 54)

  Public bus service departing from Terminal 1 directly to central Saint Paul.

  Time:

  20–25 minutes to downtown Saint Paul

  Typical cost:

  Roughly $2.00–$2.50

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official metered taxis are available at designated taxi ranks on the ground transport level of both terminals.

  Time:

  20–30 minutes to downtown Minneapolis or Saint Paul

  Typical cost:

  Typically $40.00–$55.00 plus tip

• Ride-hailing

  App-Based Rideshare

  Uber and Lyft pick-up zones are clearly marked in the parking garages adjacent to Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  Time:

  20–30 minutes to downtown

  Typical cost:

  Typically $30.00–$50.00 depending on demand

Transferring between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 requires taking the free METRO Blue Line light rail shuttle, as the terminals are not physically connected airside.

• If arriving on an international flight, you must clear US customs and collect baggage before transferring terminals.
• Board the free METRO Blue Line light rail between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 stations; no fare is required for travel between terminals.
• Allow at least 30 to 45 minutes for inter-terminal transfers to account for walking and security re-screening.
• Passengers connecting between flights within Terminal 1 can walk between Concourses A through G airside without re-clearing security.

Free public Wi-Fi access is available throughout all concourses and public areas in both terminals.

• Select the official network named MSP-WiFi on your mobile device or computer.
• Accept the terms and conditions on the portal page to establish a connection.
• Sessions are valid for 45-minute blocks and can be renewed indefinitely without payment.

Automated teller machines (ATMs) and foreign currency exchange counters are situated in both terminals.

• ATMs accepting major international bank cards are located pre- and post-security in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
• Currency exchange services are available in Terminal 1 both on the entrance level and near international arrivals.
• Card payments are universally accepted across airport shops, restaurants, and public transport ticket kiosks.

A wide variety of dining outlets, fast-food chains, and regional eateries operate in both terminals.

• Terminal 1 offers extensive dining options along the main Mall and across Concourses A–G.
• Terminal 2 provides a selection of quick-service dining and grab-and-go options airside.
• Most food outlets operate from early morning until late evening, aligned with flight departures.

Airline member lounges and independent lounge options are located primarily in Terminal 1.

• Delta Sky Club operates multiple locations within Terminal 1 concourses.
• An MSP Airport Escape Lounge is accessible to all passengers for a walk-in fee or through select card programmes.
• Armed Forces Service Center provides dedicated facilities for military service members and their families in Terminal 1.

An on-site hotel is directly connected to Terminal 1, while numerous off-site airport hotels offer complimentary shuttle services.

• InterContinental Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport is connected directly to Terminal 1 via a covered skyway.
• Free hotel shuttle boards are located at the ground transport centres of both terminals.
• Reservations for nearby chain hotels can be made using courtesy phone banks near baggage claim areas.

Baggage reclaim carousels are located on the lower level of Terminal 1 and the main level of Terminal 2.

• Check overhead flight information displays upon arrival to identify your specific baggage carousel.
• Luggage carts are available for rental near all baggage carousel areas.
• Baggage storage services are not currently available at the airport due to security regulations.

Facilities for families travelling with young children are distributed throughout both terminals.

• Private Mamava nursing suites and dedicated lactation rooms are situated in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
• Children's play areas are available airside in Terminal 1 (Concourse C) and Terminal 2.
• All public restrooms feature baby-changing tables.

• Free Wi-Fi
• Currency exchange
• ATMs
• Nursing rooms
• Children's play area
• Service animal relief areas
• Inter-terminal light rail
• Accessible restrooms

Local emergency number: 911

• For immediate life-threatening medical or security emergencies anywhere in the airport, dial 911 from any phone or contact airport staff.
• Airport Police and Fire Department personnel provide 24-hour emergency response across all airport property.
• If you lose your passport or travel documents, contact your home country's consulate or embassy immediately for emergency travel assistance.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
• US Customs and Border ProtectionGovernment source
• Metro Transit Official WebsiteOfficial transit source