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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Cincinnati:

• Earliest: departs at 7:15 am and lands at 9:12 am
• Latest: departs at 8:31 pm and lands at 10:28 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 57m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Cincinnati:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Cincinnati takes 1h 57m, covering 595 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Cincinnati range from $283 to $548, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $283 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 58% above the $435 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $314 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $439 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Cincinnati flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $140 to $838. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Delta is the only airline on the Minneapolis to Cincinnati route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Minneapolis to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $216, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Budget

Flights from Minneapolis to Cincinnati usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Cincinnati most commonly connect through:

• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 56% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Minneapolis to Cincinnati. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $667, a difference of $284.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and Cincinnati. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 49m, compared with 5h 12m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 5h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Cincinnati is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Cincinnati are Great American Ballpark, Paycor Stadium and Heritage Bank Center. These are among the most viewed places in Cincinnati on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Cincinnati flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There is a bus service that connects the airport to Downtown Cincinnati. It is the cheapest transfer option from the airport and is available at intervals of 30 minutes, although it is relatively inconvenient - especially if you have a lot of luggage or arrive after midnight, since they are usually out of service during night hours. To get the bus, just follow the signs to Zone 5 on Ground Transport East.

There are about 10 car rental agencies serving CVG Airport, which gives you a range of options to choose from if you need to get a rental car from the airport. Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty each have a desk opposite the baggage claim area, where you can inquire about getting a rental car. You can also reserve your rental in advance via KAYAK and pick it up from the rental car lot upon landing in Cincinnati.

You can start by using public means to get to and from the airport instead of using a taxi. You can also pack light to reduce the overall weight of the plane, and carry your reusable water bottle instead of using plastic bottles for your drinks. Lastly, go for airlines with a good sustainability record. Delta and American Airlines, for example, have already begun using sustainable aviation fuel for some of their flights, which helps to reduce the overall carbon emissions per trip.

Yes, it is possible to book a solo ticket for your child to fly alone, but you will also have to pay for the unaccompanied minors fee, which varies depending on the airline you’re booking through. Both Delta and United Airlines charge a fee each way for every child that is traveling unaccompanied on this route. You will also be required to book well in advance so that they can get a seat near one of the cabin crew, and also sign a release form providing all the details of the child and the details of the adult who will be picking them up at the landing airport.