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$59+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis (CVG - MSP)

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CVG — MSP
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in August or July, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$138
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$59
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 or less
From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($89 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Minneapolis St Paul.

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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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:30 pmCVG - MSP
Nonstop2h 00mSun Country Air
Fri 8/812:36 pmMSP - CVG
Nonstop1h 48mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/2$138
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/116:05 amCVG - MSP
1 stop6h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/147:42 amMSP - CVG
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/193:20 pmCVG - MSP
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Mon 9/229:40 amMSP - CVG
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:50 pmCVG - MSP
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Tue 8/512:40 pmMSP - CVG
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$242

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Price

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 8/4

7:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/8

12:36 pm-3:24 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$138

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 8/11

6:05 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 22m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/14

7:42 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$143

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 9/19

3:20 pm-12:17 am

1 stop9h 57m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/22

9:40 am-5:38 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$172

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 8/4

5:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/5

12:40 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$242

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/10

2:54 pm-3:54 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$59

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 7/26

10:20 am-2:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$71

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/12

7:42 am-5:40 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$117

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/19

3:55 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$119

CincinnatiMinneapolis

CVG - MSP

CVGMSP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/7

6:15 am-4:52 pm

2 stops11h 37m

$130

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis

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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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cincinnati to Minneapolis is 84 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 July 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 79% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 June 29, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to Minneapolis?

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, American Airlines, and Sun Country Air 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 9 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?

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

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($138), Frontier ($172), and Southwest ($242) offers the cheapest pricing from Cincinnati to Minneapolis. You may be able to fly from Cincinnati to Minneapolis for 54% 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 $71 and $117 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Consider Aeromexico (98%), Korean Air (92%) or Endeavor Airlines (89%) 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 $1,465, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $67. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $118 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Cincinnati to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$67Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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