Travelling from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt is 9 hours 30 minutes.
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is seven hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with two weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from MSP to FRA is with EW Discover at 17:30. Choose the first departure with EW Discover at 16:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your MSP to Frankfurt flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll complete your journey.
Get on board with EW Discover. This airline offers direct flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from MSP to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
MSP is about 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near MSP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the departures from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt flight is Rs74,171. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs194,181. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from MSP to Frankfurt, reserve your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
July is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from MSP to Frankfurt.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the centre of Frankfurt takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your flight from MSP to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MSP to Frankfurt flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
January is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Frankfurt, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel about 418 kilometres northeast to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.





