Travelling from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Dane County Regional Airport is located in Madison. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is six hours ahead of Madison.
To avoid rushing for your MSN to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MSN to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central Madison to MSN takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near MSN? If you're catching an early flight from Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Dane County Regional Airport, 77.89% touch down on time at their destination.
MSN is located at 4000 International Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to Frankfurt
RM1,415 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return flight tickets start from RM2,416. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MSN to Frankfurt. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MSN to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MSN to Frankfurt can help you secure the lowest rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near HHN. Unwind and get cosy after your MSN to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Visit Frankfurt during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MSN to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dane County Regional Airport to Frankfurt, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.