Flying from Frankfurt to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Disembark at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the primary gateway of Minneapolis.
The average length of a direct Frankfurt to Minneapolis flight is 9 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are three weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis is with EW Discover at 11:45. Opt for the first FRA to MSP departure operated by Lufthansa at 11:15 to maximise your time in Minneapolis.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Frankfurt to Minneapolis flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Minneapolis
To snag cheap Frankfurt to Minneapolis flights, book your journey two months ahead of your departure.
May is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Frankfurt to Minneapolis. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Start your journey at FRA and come in for landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
EW Discover is a leading airline that offers direct Frankfurt to Minneapolis plane tickets leaving from FRA.
We make it a breeze to find a Frankfurt to Minneapolis flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
FRA is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
67.47% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your Frankfurt to Minneapolis flight with a stop at Dublin Airport (DUB). A major stopover between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Minneapolis, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 105 kms (65 miles) away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance of 53%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 13 kms (8 miles). It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels 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.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Minneapolis flight.
The street address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month to travel to Minneapolis. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Frankfurt to Minneapolis ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Minneapolis in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Minneapolis right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Minneapolis:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are major attractions which should be on any good Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 300 miles south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If you want to check out another side of United States, head for Omaha, about 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key reasons to visit.