Airport Comparison
| MSP | VBG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport | Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport |
| IATA Code | MSP | VBG |
| ICAO Code | KMSP | KVBG |
| City | Minneapolis | Lompoc |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 842 ft | 368 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.880000, -93.220000 | 34.740000, -120.580000 |
Minneapolis (MSP) to Lompoc (VBG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport (VBG) in Lompoc, United States is 2,578 kilometers (1,602 miles / 1,392 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 08:17 in Minneapolis, it's 06:17 in Lompoc.
The return flight from Lompoc (VBG) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). 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 Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport (VBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.