Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Your MSP to DLA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a popular stop between MSP and DLA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Douala Airport (DLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport flight is $1,822. A round-trip fare is currently $2,860. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MSP to DLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DLA instead:
Pick up a Douala Airport rental car and explore corners of Douala that are off the usual tourist route. Browse the options available from Avis.
Improve your chances of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Douala Airport several weeks in advance is a good move.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
December is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Douala in March.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Douala Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to DLA in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Cameroon
Douala is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Cameroon waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Douala, a visit to Yaounde will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden, Mont MESSEBE and Independence Square.
Bamenda is another favourite destination in Cameroon and is around 209 kilometres north of Douala. No trip is complete without a visit to St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, Universal Amusement PARK and Sisia Waterfalls.