Travelling from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is two hours ahead of Ontario, where Ontario International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ONT to Minneapolis flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Travelling from central Ontario to ONT takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near ONT? If you're catching an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Ontario International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83.6% of flights that take off from ONT reach their destination without delay.
The address for ONT is 2900 E. Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Minneapolis
The best price we've seen for a one-way Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis flight is £47. The cheapest price for a return flight is £113. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from ONT to Minneapolis, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for an Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ONT to Minneapolis by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 miles away.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis. Book one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from ONT to Minneapolis.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Plan your trip to Minneapolis during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ONT to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Minneapolis right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Ontario International Airport to Minneapolis:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are highlights which should be on any good Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Minneapolis. Around 300 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, head for Omaha, roughly 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key highlights.