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$69+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Minneapolis (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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MSP
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in July or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$154
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$69
(Sun Country Air)

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July

Average price

$468
From Columbus to Minneapolis St Paul
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:49 pmCMH - MSP
Nonstop1h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/2610:00 amMSP - CMH
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$154
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:34 pmCMH - MSP
1 stop23h 57mFrontier
Thu 10/95:31 pmMSP - CMH
1 stop17h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/127:08 pmCMH - MSP
1 stop14h 57mFrontier
Thu 10/236:00 amMSP - CMH
1 stop11h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$169
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:34 pmCMH - MSP
1 stop25h 12mFrontier
Mon 10/69:40 amMSP - CMH
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:04 pmCMH - MSP
1 stop15h 01mFrontier
Sun 10/2610:00 amMSP - CMH
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$174
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/127:08 pmCMH - MSP
1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:00 amMSP - CMH
Nonstop1h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$177
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:06 pmCMH - MSP
Nonstop1h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/3110:21 amMSP - CMH
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:42 amCMH - MSP
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/22:18 pmMSP - CMH
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$217
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:32 pmCMH - MSP
Nonstop1h 59mSun Country Air
Sun 11/302:42 pmMSP - CMH
Nonstop1h 50mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/15$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2711:31 amCMH - MSP
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/53:06 pmMSP - CMH
Nonstop1h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$219

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Fri 10/3

8:34 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop25h 12m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/6

9:40 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$173

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Sun 11/23

6:32 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/30

2:42 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$218

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Sat 9/27

11:31 am-8:26 am

2 stops21h 55m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/5

3:06 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$219

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Sun 10/12

6:12 pm-7:11 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/23

9:00 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$228

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Fri 10/17

7:50 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/19

4:00 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$268

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Wed 10/1

8:34 am-3:37 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/5

3:06 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$272

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Thu 10/9

6:21 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/14

7:06 am-7:37 am

1 stop23h 31m

$294

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Sun 10/12

7:08 pm-9:05 am

1 stop14h 57m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/19

4:29 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 36m

$309

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Mon 11/17

7:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/20

7:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$335

ColumbusMinneapolis

CMH - MSP

CMHMSP

Columbus

Wed 10/22

6:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/24

4:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 40m

$336

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Minneapolis

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Minneapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Minneapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 September 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Minneapolis in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Minneapolis. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to MSP are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Minneapolis. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Minneapolis from Columbus?

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Minneapolis. You should not have trouble finding flights to Minneapolis St Paul from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Minneapolis airport from Columbus. It is only a 7.3 mi journey from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Minneapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    Airlines like Frontier and Sun Country Air fly from Columbus to Minneapolis in about 1h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 13m. The distance from Columbus to Minneapolis is about 624 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $69, Sun Country Air will fly you from Columbus to Minneapolis and back. In addition to Sun Country Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $127 and $181, respectively. Users have found that Sun Country Air is 80% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (93%), Aeromexico (84%), Korean Air( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $767, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $97. The most popular route (Columbus - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $137.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Columbus 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 Columbus to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$69Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$127Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$181Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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