Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 38 minutes.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Minneapolis is 5 hours behind Dublin.
The most popular route is from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). You can choose from 8 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DUB to MSP is the 09:00 Aer Lingus option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 14:30 with Aer Lingus.
To ensure you catch your flight from DUB to Minneapolis, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis that lands at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Keep an eye out for promotions from Delta. This carrier operates direct flights from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from DUB to Minneapolis. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Ireland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
DUB is about 21 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours and 9 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DUB? If you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Minneapolis
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis is C$538. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$711. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DUB to Minneapolis, book your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to the centre of Minneapolis takes around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MSP:
Best time to go to Minneapolis
July is the busiest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Minneapolis in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap flights from DUB to Minneapolis around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
After locking in your flight from Dublin Airport to Minneapolis, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Minneapolis must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
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