Flying from Paris to Minneapolis: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Paris to Minneapolis. Explore your options for flying out of Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Hop off the plane at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the major arrival point in Minneapolis.
Around 9 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Paris to Minneapolis flight.
Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Minneapolis six hours behind Paris.
The busiest route for flights from Paris to Minneapolis is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Choose from nine services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from CDG to MSP is the 10:30 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 15:40 with Air France.
To ensure you don't miss your Paris to Minneapolis flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Minneapolis
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The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Paris to Minneapolis is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can get a direct flight from Paris to Minneapolis taking off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Start your journey at CDG and end it at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Be on the lookout for promotions with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct Paris to Minneapolis plane tickets from CDG.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Paris to Minneapolis flights leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris to Minneapolis? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
61.46% of flights that take off from Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on time.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Minneapolis flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Paris Orly Airport and Minneapolis:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Minneapolis, stay in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
76% of flights leaving Paris Orly Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Whether just for an hour or a handful of days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), you can book a ticket from Paris to Minneapolis with a stop at Dublin Airport (DUB).
BVA is roughly 72 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Minneapolis flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At BVA, that figure is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Minneapolis, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MSP:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Minneapolis and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month to travel to Minneapolis. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your Paris to Minneapolis tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Paris to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Minneapolis, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are must-visits when exploring Minneapolis.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United States, head for Omaha, about 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key reasons to visit.