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$87+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to California

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MSP — LAX
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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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 May 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2511:00 am
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2812:59 am
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop6h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$211
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/219:20 pm
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 23m
Sun Country Air
Wed 6/246:53 pm
LAS
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 06m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 5/11$212
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 6/208:30 am
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 22m
Sun Country Air
Wed 6/246:53 pm
LAS
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 06m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 5/8$213
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2010:58 am
MSP
-
LAS
1 stop11h 12m
Frontier
Thu 9/243:49 pm
LAS
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$214
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/259:25 pm
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/309:15 pm
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop10h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/184:00 pm
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/2112:59 am
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop6h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$216
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 5/303:55 pm
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/212:29 am
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/44:05 pm
MSP
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LAS
Nonstop3h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/1012:59 am
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop6h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:59 pm
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 25m
Delta
Wed 6/176:19 am
LAS
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/12$219
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/14:55 pm
MSP
-
LAS
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Tue 6/212:29 am
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop6h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$220
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Wed 7/810:15 pm
MSP
-
ONT
1 stop13h 48m
Frontier
Tue 7/146:00 am
ONT
-
MSP
1 stop13h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 5/8$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/18:35 am
MSP
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/512:29 am
LAS
-
MSP
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$221

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to California flight deals. Data was last updated May 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$87
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$174 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Minneapolis St Paul to California
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to California.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/11

5:45 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/15

11:59 pm-10:36 am

1 stop8h 37m

$239
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/15

11:00 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/17

5:20 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$279

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/11

9:47 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

Sat 6/20

6:20 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$289

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/11

9:47 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

Thu 6/18

6:09 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$289

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/6

7:05 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

San Diego

Wed 7/15

11:48 am-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$289

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/6

6:42 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

San Diego

Wed 8/12

11:48 am-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$289

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/19

9:47 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

Sat 7/4

6:20 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$289

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/8

7:05 am-8:59 am

Nonstop3h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/14

6:15 am-11:52 am

Nonstop3h 37m

$289

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/20

1:10 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

6:50 pm-12:24 am

Nonstop3h 34m

$289

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/12

1:10 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/16

6:50 pm-12:26 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$314

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to California?

The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $281). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 May 13, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 40% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to California. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to California flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

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 May 13, 2026.

The most flights from MSP to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to California?

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 May 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Minneapolis to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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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?

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Minneapolis to California in 3h 18m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1297 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to California one-way?

    $54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and American Airlines, with prices starting from $59 and $99, respectively.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to California are LATAM Airlines (92%), Delta (91%) and China Eastern (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to California is generally $295, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $117. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $157 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $281). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 May 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$112Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$217Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$258Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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