Flying from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Minneapolis is one hour behind Cincinnati and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
You can choose from 43 weekly Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights. The 06:05 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Sun Country Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:41.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CVG to MSP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, so jetting to Minneapolis (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
With an impressive 84.89% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for CVG to MSP flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CVG and MSP include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Right now, C$81 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$162. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from CVG to MSP by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CVG to MSP.
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Handy information about Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
77.0% of flights departing from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Cincinnati. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Pick up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and discover Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Minneapolis. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CVG to MSP in January. Temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.