Travelling from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 47 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is 1 hour behind Cincinnati, where Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Choose from 43 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CVG to MSP is the 06:05 Delta service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 21:41 with Sun Country Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from CVG to Minneapolis, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis that arrives at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
There's a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis, including:
When flying domestically within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Cincinnati, CVG can be reached in about 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 38 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Minneapolis
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis is C$123. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$244. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CVG to Minneapolis, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 26 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month for a trip to Minneapolis. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CVG to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
Once you've booked your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are top attractions which should feature on any good Minneapolis itinerary.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Minneapolis and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Minneapolis.
