Travelling from Paris to Minneapolis: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Minneapolis. Check out your options for departing Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the primary gateway where you can disembark in Minneapolis.
9 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Paris to Minneapolis. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Minneapolis is 6 hours behind Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 15 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Paris to Minneapolis is with Air France at 15:40. Choose the first CDG to MSP departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 10:10 if you're more of an early bird.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Paris to Minneapolis. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period 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.
You will need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Paris to Minneapolis, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Paris to Minneapolis, you can depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Fly from CDG to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) in one seamless journey.
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Paris to Minneapolis departing from CDG.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Paris to Minneapolis departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
CDG is about 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 44 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Minneapolis? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Split up your flight from Paris to Minneapolis with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Minneapolis include:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 57 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Paris to Minneapolis? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 19 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 26 minutes.
If you're arriving 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 accommodation options near MSP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Minneapolis
Currently, R 5,819 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Minneapolis. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,534. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Paris to Minneapolis, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Paris to Minneapolis is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Paris to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month for a trip to Minneapolis. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Paris to Minneapolis in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Paris to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Minneapolis, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just two of the major attractions to add to your Minneapolis travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with a car rental
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