You Betcha It's Not Far, You Didn't Just Fall Out of a Hotdish, Did Ya?
So you're itching to ditch the land of 10,000 lakes (and probably a few more mosquitoes) for the Windy City's deep dish delights and architectural wonders. But before you pack your favorite Vikings jersey (or maybe not, depending on where you're landing in Chicago), you're wondering: just how far is Minnesota to Chicago by plane?
Well, fret no more, you beautiful bag of cheese curds. Buckle up, because we're about to unravel this mystery faster than you can say "you betcha."
Don't worry, it's not a lutefisk-flavored odyssey
The short answer: You're looking at a breezy 334-mile flight (give or take) between Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP, for those in the know) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, which definitely isn't named after a mythical Irish harp). That's practically a nap and a movie – or, if you're feeling peckish, enough time to polish off a full-size bag of Jucy Lucy memories.
But wait! Minnesota's a big state, you say. And you'd be right, you absolute hockey genius. Depending on where in Minnesota you're departing from, the distance could vary slightly. You might be shaving off some miles if you're flying out of Duluth, or adding a touch more if you're departing from International Falls (hey, maybe you can score some cheap Canada souvenirs while you're there!).
Fear not, the math is easier than figuring out how many times you've said "uff da" this week
Think of it this way: this flight is shorter than driving from the Mall of America to… well, pretty much anywhere else in Minnesota. In other words, you'll be chowing down on Chicago-style hot dogs before you can say "how much cheese is on that pizza?"
So, the next time someone asks how far Minnesota is to Chicago by plane, tell them with the utmost confidence:
- "It's closer than you think, you hoser!" (Unless you're actually in Canada, then that might be a bit harsh).
- "Just a quick hop, skip, and a Jucy Lucy away!"
- "Basically the distance between two slices of deep dish."
Now get out there and book that flight! The sooner you're on that plane, the sooner you can be dodging the Chicago wind and stuffing your face with deliciousness.
