Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Kansas City (the location of Kansas City International Airport).
With 31 flights a week between the two airports, Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from MCI to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 21:20.
To avoid missing your MCI to Minneapolis flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis tickets are available for booking. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is where you'll arrive.
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis.
Travelling from central Kansas City to MCI takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MCI:
81.34% of flights leaving Kansas City International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from MCI.
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Minneapolis
R 940 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis flight. A return ticket right now is R 2,787. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from MCI to Minneapolis by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to the centre of Minneapolis takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MCI to Minneapolis.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Before locking in your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Minneapolis offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MCI to Minneapolis around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
Once you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Minneapolis, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Walker Art Centre are a couple of major attractions to put on your Minneapolis to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another well-known destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without visiting Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
