Travelling from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Lexington.
To ensure you get on your LEX to MSP flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Getting to Minneapolis (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with Delta. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Delta is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LEX and MSP:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Right now, R 2,919 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,880. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LEX to MSP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
You'll find LEX at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
75% of flights that take off from Lexington Blue Grass Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Lexington to Lexington Blue Grass Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LEX? If you're catching an early flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Minneapolis St Paul Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
From Minneapolis St Paul Airport, Minneapolis is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LEX to MSP sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, consider Omaha, about 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre are among the biggest draws.
