Cheap flights from Fort Walton Beach, FL to Saint Paul, MN from $67
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Apr 29 — May 61
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The best prices from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul are usually found in May or October, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Walton Beach (FO9) to Saint Paul (SA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
Popular in | March |
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Cheapest in | May |
Round-trip from | $276 |
One-way from | $106 |
How far in advance should I book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul?
Find a great deal and save up to 35% by booking at least 42 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $107.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul?
May can be a great time to fly to Saint Paul from Fort Walton Beach with a flight ticket averaging about $249. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $68. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul (FO9 - SA1)?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul as you normally would.
Cheap Sun Country Air flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Sun Country Air for the route between Fort Walton Beach and Saint Paul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Sun Country Air flights heading from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 6/136:25 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 55mSun Country Air
Sun 6/162:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$134
Thu 6/206:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mSun Country Air
Thu 7/42:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$177
Sun 6/236:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mSun Country Air
Sun 6/302:14 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$268
Sun 5/56:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mSun Country Air
Sun 5/122:25 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 43mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$635
Sun 5/56:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mSun Country Air
Thu 5/92:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 43mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$698
Cheap Delta flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Fort Walton Beach and Saint Paul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Delta flights we've found from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 5/86:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$137
Fri 5/106:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$166
Mon 6/246:38 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Sun 6/302:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/23$187
Tue 6/256:38 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Thu 7/42:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/23$195
Tue 5/76:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$196
Wed 6/196:38 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Thu 7/42:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/23$216
Tue 6/46:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Tue 6/182:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$217
Tue 5/76:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Fri 5/102:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$225
Wed 5/86:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Sat 5/116:15 pmMSP - VPS
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/23$226
Cheap Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul flights in April & May 2024
Find cheap flight options from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Prices were last updated on April 24, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Fri 5/106:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$166
Fri 5/106:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Sun 5/192:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$225
Fri 5/107:30 pmVPS - MSP
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$226
Fri 5/176:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Wed 5/228:50 amMSP - VPS
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/24$227
Fri 5/107:30 pmVPS - MSP
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Sun 5/192:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$255
Wed 4/246:15 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mSun Country Air
Sun 4/282:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 43mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/24$257
Fri 5/36:00 amVPS - MSP
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Mon 5/610:25 amMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$267
Fri 5/107:00 amVPS - MSP
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/131:53 pmMSP - VPS
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$269
Fri 5/107:00 amVPS - MSP
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1310:06 amMSP - VPS
2 stops9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$274
Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul 2024 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Fort Walton Beach and Saint Paul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 6/136:25 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 55mSun Country Air
Sun 6/162:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/24$134
Sat 6/16:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Sun 6/22:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$137
Fri 5/106:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$166
Tue 7/236:30 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Sun 7/282:46 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$187
Fri 6/286:38 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Thu 7/42:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$195
Sun 6/26:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 6/32:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$196
Tue 6/46:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Tue 6/182:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$197
Tue 6/47:00 amVPS - MSP
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/181:39 pmMSP - VPS
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$213
Tue 6/412:48 pmVPS - MSP
2 stops8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/181:39 pmMSP - VPS
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$218
Non-stop flights to Saint Paul from Fort Walton Beach
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Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul in the near future. Search for alternative flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul by utilizing the search form above.
Thu 6/136:25 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 55mSun Country Air
Sun 6/162:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/24$134
Sat 6/16:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Sun 6/22:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$137
Fri 5/106:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 5/132:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$166
Tue 7/236:30 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Sun 7/282:46 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$187
Fri 6/286:38 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Thu 7/42:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$195
Sun 6/26:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Mon 6/32:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$196
Tue 6/46:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Tue 6/182:54 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/24$197
Thu 7/116:15 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 55mSun Country Air
Sun 7/212:34 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/24$213
Fri 5/106:05 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 54mDelta
Sun 5/192:20 pmMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/24$225
Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul flights leaving soon
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Users seeking a last-minute flight from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Fri 5/36:00 amVPS - MSP
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Mon 5/610:25 amMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$267
Fri 5/36:00 amVPS - MSP
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Mon 5/64:37 pmMSP - VPS
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/23$316
Fri 5/37:00 amVPS - MSP
2 stops9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/61:53 pmMSP - VPS
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$656
Fri 5/37:00 amVPS - MSP
2 stops9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/67:38 amMSP - VPS
2 stops7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$661
Fri 5/32:06 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 55mDelta
Mon 5/610:25 amMSP - VPS
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$765
One-way flights to Saint Paul from Fort Walton Beach
Search for one-way flight options from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. For those needing a return trip from Fort Walton Beach, there is a search form available above.
Thu 5/166:00 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$67
Sat 8/175:55 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/22$97
Sun 6/26:00 pmVPS - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/24$106
Sun 6/25:05 pmVPS - MSP
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/24$157
Sat 8/174:57 pmVPS - MSP
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$175
Thu 5/167:00 amVPS - MSP
2 stops10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$260
Sat 8/177:45 amVPS - MSP
2 stops13h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$330
Sat 8/175:28 pmVPS - MSP
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$356
Find flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
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Thu 6/13
Nonstop2h 55m
Minneapolis St Paul
Sun 6/16
Nonstop2h 47m
$134
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Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Wed 5/8
Nonstop2h 54m
Minneapolis St Paul
Mon 5/13
Nonstop2h 46m
$137
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Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Fri 5/10
Nonstop2h 54m
Minneapolis St Paul
Mon 5/13
Nonstop2h 46m
$166
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton BeachMinneapolis St Paul
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VPSMSP
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Thu 6/20
Nonstop2h 59m
Minneapolis St Paul
Thu 7/4
Nonstop2h 47m
$177
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton BeachMinneapolis St Paul
VPS - MSP
VPSMSP
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Mon 6/24
Nonstop2h 59m
Minneapolis St Paul
Sun 6/30
Nonstop2h 49m
$187
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton BeachMinneapolis St Paul
VPS - MSP
VPSMSP
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Tue 6/25
Nonstop2h 59m
Minneapolis St Paul
Thu 7/4
Nonstop2h 49m
$195
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton BeachMinneapolis St Paul
VPS - MSP
VPSMSP
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Tue 6/4
1 stop7h 58m
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 6/18
1 stop7h 46m
$213
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton BeachMinneapolis St Paul
VPS - MSP
VPSMSP
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Thu 8/22
1 stop7h 01m
Minneapolis St Paul
Mon 8/26
1 stop5h 26m
$215
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton BeachMinneapolis St Paul
VPS - MSP
VPSMSP
Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Sun 6/23
2 stops11h 13m
Minneapolis St Paul
Thu 7/4
Nonstop2h 47m
$392
When is the best time to book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Average price of flights to Saint Paul by month
Plan your trip from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul is currently $194 while a round-trip flight costs $202. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul (average of $276). Flying from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
January
$291
February
$298
March
$335
April
$276
May
$286
June
$308
July
$317
August
$288
September
$288
October
$278
November
$287
December
$288
Temperature and rainfall in Saint Paul by month
Plan your trip to Saint Paul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
MSP Temperature | 15.8 - 73.4 °F |
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Reviews of airlines servicing Saint Paul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Saint Paul. Reviews last updated April 24, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Sun Country Air, Delta and American Airlines from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
11,004 reviews
Food
7.5
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.
11,004 reviews
11,004 reviews
Food
7.5
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.
14,898 reviews
11,004 reviews
Food
7.5
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.
663 reviews
11,004 reviews
Food
7.5
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.
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Hourly flight availability from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul
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Weekly flight availability from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul
Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Walton Beach to Saint Paul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 24, 2024.
| Sunday | 1daily flight |
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| Monday | 1daily flight |
| Tuesday | 0daily flights |
| Wednesday | 0daily flights |
| Thursday | 0daily flights |
| Friday | 1daily flight |
| Saturday | 0daily flights |
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