Can I fly direct from Minneapolis to Frankfurt?

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are available but represent a small portion of the total routes, typically around 2% of options. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is historically 2. This information is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt?

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt typically takes around 8 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 7049 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a median duration of 16 hours and 40 minutes. These durations are based on historical flight data.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Minneapolis to Frankfurt?

Historically, it is significantly cheaper to fly with a layover from Minneapolis to Frankfurt. Connecting flights have a median price of $789, while direct flights typically cost $1521. This represents a premium of approximately 93% for direct flights. Direct flights also make up a smaller share of available options, at about 2.8% of routes in the trailing 90 days.

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Minneapolis to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt, the most affordable month to fly is typically February, with a median fare of $502. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is around $529, and December, with a median fare of $591. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings on airfare.

Fares for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt typically range from $695 to $1257, with a median price of $1003. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging.

When flying from Minneapolis to Frankfurt, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you should expect to make at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Minneapolis to Frankfurt, including connections, takes approximately 21h 50m. This duration accounts for layovers and transfers, which are common given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop.

The distance between Minneapolis and Frankfurt is 7049 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the longer flight times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Regular price: $732 - $1,305

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $732 to $1305. The current lowest deal is $587 with Icelandair, for travel from Oct 18-Oct 24.

now $587

Low $732

High $1,305

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt is February, with a median price of $502. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1304. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $502

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,304

Jan

Feb

Mar

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,132

$868

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,019

$868

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,004

$787

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,105

$951

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,002

$790

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$992

$817

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$1,072 → $786

27%

4 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 29

$920 → $638

31%

8 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 19

$1,069 → $787

26%

7 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 28

$863 → $585

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Minneapolis - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $502.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 21h 50m with stops

Flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt typically take 21h 50m, with 2 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2% of recent flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers direct flights

Lufthansa is an airline offering direct flights on the Minneapolis to Frankfurt route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from Minneapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$727

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt–Hahn (HHN)

Cheapest

Frankfurt–Hahn is a good option if you are looking for a potentially cheaper flight to the Frankfurt area.

📍 ~100 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$727

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cologne Bonn Airport is a major hub with a wide range of flights, offering excellent high-speed rail connections.

📍 ~135 km from Frankfurt (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$825

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

$2,614

Save $1,025

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Historically, the best prices for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $756. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $834, while booking 60+ days out can result in an average price of $1042. These trends are observed across the trailing 90 days of flight data.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Minneapolis to Frankfurt is considered to be $695 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $1003. Prices above $1257 are typically in the more expensive range, based on historical data.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are February, with a median price of $502, and January, with a median price of $529. December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $591. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $1003 for this route, based on data over the trailing 270 days.

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Minneapolis to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Regular price: $732 - $1,305

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $732 to $1305. The current lowest deal is $587 with Icelandair, for travel from Oct 18-Oct 24.

now $587

Low $732

High $1,305

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

February

Cheapest

Flights from $502

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,304

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,132

$868

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,019

$868

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,004

$787

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,105

$951

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$1,002

$790

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Frankfurt

Minneapolis (MSP) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Icelandair

$992

$817

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Frankfurt

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$1,072 → $786

27%

4 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 29

$920 → $638

31%

8 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 19

$1,069 → $787

26%

7 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 28

$863 → $585

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Frankfurt