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$68+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis (CVG - MSP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — MSP
Mar 17 — Mar 241
Tue 3/17
Tue 3/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in July or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 15, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/56:30 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun Country Air
Thu 6/112:55 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/14$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/318:29 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 55m
Sun Country Air
Sun 6/73:35 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/13$148
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/198:12 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun Country Air
Fri 7/242:20 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/14$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/208:06 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun Country Air
Fri 7/242:20 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/14$157
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/307:01 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun Country Air
Sun 8/24:25 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/15$168
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/145:20 pm
CVG
-
MSP
1 stop17h 30m
Frontier
Sun 5/1710:45 am
MSP
-
CVG
1 stop11h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$171
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/186:48 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun Country Air
Sun 6/213:35 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/15$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/145:20 pm
CVG
-
MSP
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/174:30 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$179
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:00 am
CVG
-
MSP
1 stop27h 05m
Frontier
Thu 2/268:27 pm
MSP
-
CVG
1 stop13h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$181
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/198:12 pm
CVG
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun Country Air
Thu 7/2312:35 pm
MSP
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 48m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/14$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/305:20 pm
CVG
-
MSP
1 stop17h 30m
Frontier
Sun 5/310:45 am
MSP
-
CVG
1 stop11h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/611:58 am
CVG
-
MSP
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Tue 3/106:45 am
MSP
-
CVG
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$195

Find flight deals from Cincinnati to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to Minneapolis (MSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$537

Good round-trip deal

$419 or less

Good one-way deal

$261 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($67 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis that are best for you.

Fly from

Cincinnati

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Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/14

5:20 pm-9:50 am

1 stop17h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/17

4:30 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$179

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/20

8:06 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/23

12:35 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$204

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/7

12:46 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop12h 11m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 3/14

8:07 pm-7:23 am

1 stop10h 16m

$214

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 4/24

7:43 pm-9:50 am

2 stops15h 07m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

6:45 am-6:48 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$254

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/9

11:58 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/11

6:45 am-2:32 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$259

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 6/29

5:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/4

10:21 am-8:03 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$297

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/26

12:17 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/2

11:26 am-12:59 am

1 stop12h 33m

$321

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 4/9

7:20 am-5:53 pm

1 stop11h 33m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/11

6:21 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop27h 39m

$333

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

7:15 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/2

4:25 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$367

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 4/9

6:35 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/11

5:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 30m

$372

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Compare providers for flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cincinnati-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cincinnati-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cincinnati-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cincinnati-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cincinnati-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Cincinnati with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis (average of $60). Flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in January is currently the most expensive (average of $265). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CVG to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 15, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cincinnati to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Minneapolis. Reviews last updated February 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Cincinnati to Minneapolis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,204 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Sun Country Air
6.8
Okay
341 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    If you wish to fly to Minneapolis from Cincinnati, then you need to book flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul. There are 11 flights from Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) per day to choose from. Flights to Minneapolis from Cinci./N. Kentucky are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 55m is how long a nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis St Paul typically takes.

  • How popular is this Cincinnati to Minneapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    Airlines like Frontier and American Airlines fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in about 6h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 11m. The distance from Cincinnati to Minneapolis is about 595 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($68), Frontier ($157), and American Airlines ($197) offers the cheapest pricing from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. You may be able to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis for 82% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $61 and $122 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    Consider Aeromexico (90%), Korean Air (79%) or KLM (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    While on average a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis is generally $771, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $187. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $138 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cincinnati to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cincinnati to Minneapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis (average of $60). Flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in January is currently the most expensive (average of $265). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$68Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$157Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$223Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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