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$69+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to California

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MSP — LAX
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$69
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$228

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:38 pmMSP - ONT
1 stop25h 16mFrontier
Sun 9/78:59 pmONT - MSP
1 stop25h 17mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:00 amMSP - PSP
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Fri 10/1712:00 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$144
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:38 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop17h 35mFrontier
Mon 10/611:52 amSNA - MSP
1 stop19h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/169:49 pmMSP - ONT
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Fri 10/1711:53 amONT - MSP
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$148
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:45 amMSP - SJC
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Fri 9/1912:25 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$153
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/143:18 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 43mSun Country Air
Thu 9/255:43 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 22mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/18$155
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/143:06 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1512:59 amLAS - MSP
1 stop17h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$156
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:21 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1211:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$157
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/13:30 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 22mSun Country Air
Sat 10/49:00 amLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/17$158
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:00 amMSP - PSP
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/165:46 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:00 amMSP - ONT
1 stop5h 35mFrontier
Sat 10/258:34 amONT - MSP
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$158
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:24 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 53mSun Country Air
Sun 9/285:30 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/18$158

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to California that are best for you.

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MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/5

8:38 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop25h 16m

Ontario

Mon 9/8

4:08 pm-12:16 am

1 stop6h 08m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 10m

Ontario

Mon 11/3

4:05 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 09m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/20

8:00 am-7:54 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Ontario

Tue 9/23

8:59 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop21h 47m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/26

10:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop25h 35m

Ontario

Fri 10/31

4:05 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 09m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/5

8:38 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop25h 16m

Ontario

Wed 9/10

8:59 pm-12:17 am

1 stop25h 18m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/6

8:00 am-7:23 am

1 stop25h 23m

Ontario

Sun 9/14

8:59 pm-12:16 am

1 stop25h 17m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/19

8:38 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop25h 16m

Ontario

Mon 9/22

8:59 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop21h 47m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/17

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

Ontario

Mon 10/20

6:53 am-9:05 am

1 stop24h 12m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/5

8:38 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop25h 16m

Ontario

Sun 9/7

8:59 pm-12:16 am

1 stop25h 17m

$143

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/5

6:45 am-7:53 am

1 stop27h 08m

Ontario

Sat 10/11

7:04 am-9:05 am

1 stop24h 01m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSP to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minneapolis to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to California. 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to USCA are scheduled on a Sunday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Minneapolis to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to California?

    For a flight from Minneapolis to California, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is just 7.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to California flight route?

    The Minneapolis St Paul to California flight path was viewed by 101 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Minneapolis to California in 3h 43m. Fly via Frontier or Sun Country Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1451 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minneapolis to California?

    The most popular route from Minneapolis to California is Minneapolis St Paul - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Minneapolis St Paul - Los Angeles or Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to California are China Eastern (84%), ITA Airways (83%) and Korean Air (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to California is generally $958, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $82. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $136 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$65Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$150Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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