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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Frankfurt.R 3,938 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,938, select.
Frankfurt.R 5,492 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,492, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,120 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,120, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,897 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,897, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,554 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,554, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,739 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,739, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,905 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,905, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,928 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,928, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from R 9,995
Jun
from R 6,120
Jul
from R 3,938
Aug
from R 7,554
Sep
from R 7,977
Oct
from R 5,492
Nov
from R 6,897
Dec
from R 11,080
Jan
from R 7,739
Feb
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Mar
from R 9,235
Apr
from R 16,171

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Minneapolis to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,938
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time8 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineDiscover Airlines
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Frankfurt Hahn.
The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt is R 9,823. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis to Frankfurt.
Discover Airlines, SWISS and United fly direct from Minneapolis to Frankfurt.
As of May 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Minneapolis to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Minneapolis, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 11.8 km away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,823.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt on Saturday, 10 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Frankfurt is Icelandair. And the cheapest airline that flies to Mannheim Airport is Lufthansa.

Travelling from Minneapolis to Frankfurt: what you need to know

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt taking off from here.

  • Touch down in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • The average duration of a direct Minneapolis to Frankfurt flight is 8 hours 45 minutes.

  • Frankfurt is six hours ahead of Minneapolis and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to {"defaultCase":"Frankfurt Airport","accusativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport","nominativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport","dativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport"} (FRA). There are three services between the two airports each week.

  • To ensure you board your Minneapolis to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, Christmas and Thanksgiving) can add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

  • R 3,938 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Frankfurt. Return flights start from R 9,823. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To secure cheap Minneapolis to Frankfurt flights, reserve your trip four months before your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Minneapolis to Frankfurt. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Minneapolis to Frankfurt flights.

Flying from Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • You can get a direct flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt taking off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Start your journey at MSP and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • Leading airlines that offer direct Minneapolis to Frankfurt plane tickets departing from MSP include:

  • We make it easy to book a Minneapolis to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Located around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% land on time at their destination.

  • MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.

Arriving in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Frankfurt and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your travel date.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Central Frankfurt is located around 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Frankfurt

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Frankfurt in January.

  • Lock in a Minneapolis to Frankfurt ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Frankfurt

  • After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Frankfurt.

Explore more of Germany

  • Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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