Flying from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) begins with finding the right airport to kick off your journey from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are your options in Paris.
Hop on a direct Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 15 minutes.
Minneapolis is six hours behind Paris. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Take your pick of 9 direct services each week between Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). This is the most popular route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 10:30am departure from CDG to MSP.
Your flight from Paris to MSP won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can book a direct flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
You can travel on a direct flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline operates services from CDG.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines from CDG to MSP.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Air France.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Paris to MSP. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
CDG is about 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.46% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Paris Orly Airport and MSP:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Paris to MSP flight? Kick back in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 75.56%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can book a plane ticket from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stopover. Dublin Airport (DUB) is a popular connection point.
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 88 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land when they should. At BVA, that figure is 66.39%.
The street address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you have a late flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MSP:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and discover Minneapolis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
The centre of Minneapolis is roughly 11 kilometres from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is R 6,184. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,501. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Paris to MSP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Minneapolis. July is when most people book flights from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Paris to MSP plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Paris to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minnehaha Regional Park are must-do's during your Minneapolis adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Rochester will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Duluth is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres north of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without dropping by Skyline Parkway, Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive and Glensheen Estate.
