Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 8 hours 40 minutes.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, making Frankfurt seven hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Discover Airlines is your gateway to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other great corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Discover Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSP and FRA:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
244 € is the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Return flights start at 619 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book two months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MSP to FRA.
The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to Minneapolis St Paul Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Book a hotel close to FRA if you're on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Frankfurt and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to FRA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.





