Travelling from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport (HRL): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the main airport in Minneapolis. Look for flights from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport (HRL) that leave from this base.
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Minneapolis to Valley International Airport flight.
Harlingen's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Minneapolis. Valley International Airport is located in Harlingen.
Take your pick of 5 direct flights every week between Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and Valley International Airport (HRL). This is the most popular route, with Sun Country Airlines offering a 5:47am departure from MSP to HRL.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Minneapolis to HRL.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Take the express route from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport (HRL) can be booked from here.
When departing from MSP, you can catch a direct flight from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Delta Air Lines from MSP to HRL.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 92.45% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Valley International Airport (HRL)
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You'll find HRL at 3002 Heritage Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport (HRL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport is $143. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $282. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Minneapolis to HRL.
The best month for picking up cheap Minneapolis to Valley International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport (HRL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport (HRL). October is the peak month for travel to Harlingen. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Harlingen is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Minneapolis to HRL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Valley International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Harlingen
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There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival and Iwo Jima Memorial & Museum are leading attractions which should feature on every Harlingen itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Harlingen is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north of Harlingen, a trip to Corpus Christi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Laredo, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Harlingen. San Francisco Javier Park, San Augustin Plaza and Fort McIntosh are highlights.
