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$59+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to California

MSP — LAX
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California

Sat 12/126:45 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Sat 1/96:09 am -
1 stop5h 48m
Deal found 10/31$120
Sat 12/56:45 am -
1 stop17h 32m
Sat 12/126:00 am -
1 stop16h 23m
Deal found 11/4$121
Wed 12/92:10 pm -
1 stop10h 07m
Wed 12/166:00 am -
1 stop16h 23m
Deal found 11/4$123
Sat 12/122:10 pm -
1 stop10h 07m
Wed 12/166:00 am -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 10/30$126
Tue 12/86:45 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Fri 12/1111:30 am -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 11/3$145
Tue 12/82:10 pm -
1 stop10h 07m
Thu 12/106:00 am -
1 stop16h 23m
Deal found 11/3$153
Wed 11/187:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sat 11/216:45 am -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 11/1$158
Tue 12/156:45 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Thu 12/176:30 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 11/1$161
Wed 12/96:45 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Mon 12/146:00 am -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 11/2$162
Sat 12/52:10 pm -
1 stop10h 07m
Mon 12/711:30 am -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 11/3$164
Tue 12/86:45 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Fri 12/256:30 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 11/2$166
Sat 12/126:45 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Mon 12/1412:30 pm -
1 stop22h 45m
Deal found 11/3$193

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to California

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$351

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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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. 1% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 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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MinneapolisOntario

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - ONT Ontario

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/6

6:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop20h 10m

Ontario

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$69

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SMF Sacramento Intl

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/14

6:45 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$92
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - PSP Palm Springs

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 11/21

3:50 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Palm Springs

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - PSP Palm Springs

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/30

3:55 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

Palm Springs

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

MinneapolisOntario

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - ONT Ontario

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 12/9

2:10 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops11h 13m

Ontario

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$111

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 12/18

2:48 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop11h 10m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$139

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SMF Sacramento Intl

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/5

6:45 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$139

MinneapolisOntario

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - ONT Ontario

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/24

6:45 am-12:13 am

1 stop19h 28m

Ontario

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$141

MinneapolisOntario

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - ONT Ontario

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/1

11:24 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Ontario

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$142

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SMF Sacramento Intl

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/22

6:45 am-10:42 am

1 stop29h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$147

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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 $352). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $477). 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?

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 37% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to California

The most flights from MSP to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Minneapolis to California flights typically cost between $274 and $454 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $264 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 23-Nov 27).

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 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to California flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

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.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

  • 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 4h 03m. Fly via Frontier, Sun Country Air, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1533 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?

    $72 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 United Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $118, 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 China Eastern (90%), Aeromexico (85%) and KLM (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to California is generally $336, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $352). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $477). 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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Alternative routes for Minneapolis to California

Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$89Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$247Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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