Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Venice: what you need to know
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1. The city is six hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your MSP to Venice flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from MSP to Venice. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MSP is about 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MSP:
77.37% of flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Venice
$718 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $975. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MSP to Venice. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Venice. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Venice and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from MSP to Venice.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Central Venice is located around 40 kilometres from Treviso Airport (TSF). Once your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to TSF. Unwind and get cosy after your MSP to Venice flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Treviso Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from RentSmart24, Noleggiare or Sicily by Car and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TSF can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Venice
Travel to Venice in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Venice, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to Venice in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Venice
Start your Venice trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Venice, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Saint Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square and Doge's Palace are major attractions which should feature on any good Venice itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Venice, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel about 402 kilometres south to Rome to tick off its leading sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Italy, consider Milan, about 241 kilometres west of Venice. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are among its highlights.