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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $258-$637
Sun Country Air, Frontier
Sun 10/4Tue 10/6
CMH - MSP • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$218
Typical prices: $238-$534
Sun Country Air
Fri 8/21Mon 8/24
CMH - MSP • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta and Sun Country Air. Average duration is 2h 03m
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Cheapest • Avg $216 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Minneapolis (CMH-MSP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Minneapolis that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Minneapolis

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:54 pm - 7:55 pm
CMH
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MSP
2h 01mnonstop
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12:45 pm - 6:55 pm
MSP
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CMH
5h 10m
1 stop
$217Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24
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12:28 pm - 1:29 pm
CMH
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MSP
2h 01mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 6:39 pm
MSP
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CMH
1h 49mnonstop
$218Sun Country Air
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
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6:30 pm - 7:28 pm
CMH
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MSP
1h 58mnonstop
Sun Country Air Logo
9:30 am - 12:26 pm
MSP
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CMH
1h 56mnonstop
$218Sun Country Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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4:27 pm - 9:35 pm
CMH
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MSP
6h 08m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 6:39 pm
MSP
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CMH
1h 49mnonstop
$219Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31
American Airlines Logo
5:31 am - 2:46 pm
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MSP
10h 15m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:44 pm
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CMH
9h 34m
1 stop
$243American Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 2
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2:24 pm - 12:24 am
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MSP
11h 00m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:44 pm
MSP
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CMH
9h 34m
1 stop
$243American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 6:45 pm
CMH
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MSP
3h 40m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 12:25 pm
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CMH
5h 25m
1 stop
$321Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 31
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2:45 pm - 5:20 pm
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MSP
3h 35m
1 stop
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10:40 am - 3:30 pm
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CMH
3h 50m
1 stop
$321Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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11:00 am - 12:09 pm
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MSP
2h 09mnonstop
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8:06 pm - 10:58 pm
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CMH
1h 52mnonstop
$369Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 10
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11:08 am - 12:15 pm
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MSP
2h 07mnonstop
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8:20 pm - 11:14 pm
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CMH
1h 54mnonstop
$369Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Minneapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Minneapolis to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Minneapolis from Columbus Airport usually cost between $238 and $534 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $217 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 16-Aug 31).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus to Minneapolis?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Columbus to Minneapolis, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Columbus, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis is July, where tickets cost $335 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $579 and $558 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $359, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Columbus to Minneapolis

 
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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$88
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 23% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Columbus to Minneapolis

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FAQs for booking Columbus to Minneapolis flights

  • Where can I park my car at CMH before my flight to MSP?

    The Long-Term Parking Garage is right outside of the terminal at CMH. On Levels 2 through 6, you can find spots designated for Long-Term Parking. If you have an electric car that needs to charge, you will find you will find spaces for this on Level 5. This garage does not allow motorcycle parking.

  • Does CMH have any facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. If you are a traveling mother who prefers to breastfeed in private or who needs to pump before your flight to Minneapolis, you can use the private Nursing Rooms at CMH. These clean and quiet spaces can be found in baggage claim and at Gates A2, B29, and C51.

  • Does The Columbus Airport have a USO?

    Yes. You can find the Jake Brewer USO on Concourse C of CMH, near the TSA security checkpoint. Active duty US military personnel and their families can enjoy the facilities and amenities of this USO free of charge. Some benefits of this lounge are refreshments, DirecTV, computers, internet access, free toiletries, and more.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at MSP?

    If you need to pick up your rental when you arrive at the Minneapolis Airport, you can proceed to the rental car counters in either terminal 1 or terminal 2. You can find car rental agencies such as Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless, Avis, and others. Some counters are open 24h in Terminal 1. Ace Rent-A-Car provides a 24h free shuttle to its agency which is located off airport grounds.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis was $88 for a one-way ticket and $217 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Minneapolis?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Columbus to Minneapolis flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Columbus to Minneapolis flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Columbus and Minneapolis, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    There are nonstop flights from Columbus to Minneapolis on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Minneapolis, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Minneapolis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $454 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $531 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbus to Minneapolis.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Minneapolis from Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Minneapolis with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and MSP can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Minneapolis?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Minneapolis from Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $216 or less one-way and $354 or less round-trip.
  • The John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) no longer serves as a hub for any airlines. However, the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is a hub for Delta and the regional airline Sun Country Airlines.
  • Delta is one airline that offers non-stop flights from CMH to MSP. United, American, Delta, and Southwest are among the airlines that offer one-stop flights, with layovers in cities such as Chicago, Atlanta, and New York. United and American offer two-stop flights, often with layovers in New York, Chicago, and Charlotte.
  • If you need to get settled quickly or you'll be staying in Minneapolis for only a short time, consider booking into the Intercontinental Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport Hotel which is in the airport itself, through the Skyway from the C Concourse. From this hotel, you can also get free shuttle service to other terminals and concourses. Amenities of this accommodation include a bar and restaurant, a gym, laundry service, and much more.
  • If you want to relax and unwind your muscles when you land in Minneapolis, you can take advantage of the XpresSpa retail outlet in MSP, located on Concourse D near the entrance of Terminal 1. This spa offers massages as well as a number of other relaxing treatments.
  • The MSP Airport has been known to provide blankets and sleeping mats to passengers who are stranded in the airport due to winter snow storms in the occasional blizzard. An airline must request this service, so if you are a passenger who is stranded temporarily at MSP due to inclement weather, contact your airline so that they can contact MSP.

Prefer to fly direct from Columbus to Minneapolis?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Columbus to Minneapolis St Paul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Columbus Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Columbus to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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Direct returns

Minneapolis St Paul to Columbus

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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