Flying from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), the city's main airports.
Take off on a direct Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Minneapolis is one hour behind Columbus. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 6:35am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from CMH to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 9:28pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Columbus to MSP.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Reach your destination without the detour from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Nonstop flights from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) operate from here.
When leaving from CMH, you can catch a direct flight from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
The most frequently booked airline between CMH and MSP is Delta Air Lines.
Among carriers on this route, Delta Air Lines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
LCK is around 26 kilometres from central Columbus. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Columbus to MSP flight is much easier when you stay near Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East will put you in easy range of the airport.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.14%.
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you have a late flight from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MSP:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Currently, Rs21,063 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs44,597. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Columbus to MSP. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). July is the peak month for travel to Minneapolis. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Lock in a Columbus to MSP flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Your visit to Minneapolis should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minnehaha Regional Park.
Explore more of the United States
Rochester is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Minneapolis. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Duluth is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres north of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without seeing Skyline Parkway, Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive and Glensheen Estate.
