Flying from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Addis Ababa.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ADD to MSP flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ADD and MSP:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
$1,162 is currently the best price for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,420. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ADD to MSP if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
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Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Airport, 60% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Addis Ababa Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ADD:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSP if you have a late Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and find adventure across Minneapolis and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Minneapolis St Paul Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Minneapolis St Paul Airport to the centre of Minneapolis has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ADD to MSP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
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