Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to George Town Airport (GGT): what you need to know
George Town is one hour ahead of Minneapolis and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MSP to GGT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to George Town Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MSP and GGT:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
77% of flights leaving from Minneapolis St Paul Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to George Town Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at George Town Airport (GGT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Minneapolis St Paul Airport to George Town Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GGT instead:
Getting from George Town Airport (GGT) to central George Town
George Town Airport to central George Town has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
When to fly to George Town Airport (GGT)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to George Town Airport is October, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to George Town based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to George Town Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to GGT in March. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of the Bahamas
Nassau is just one of the many places in the Bahamas waiting to be explored once you've seen George Town. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Beautiful beach, Beach and Marine Habitat at Atlantis.
