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$89+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Minneapolis (MSP)

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LAX — MSP
May 6 — May 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in May or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Minneapolis

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Minneapolis flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(Frontier)

One-way from

$89
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$248
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From Irvine to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Irvine to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($22 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 May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/71:59 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop8h 34mFrontier
Sat 5/176:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2911:10 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop14h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/28:54 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
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Thu 7/311:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Mon 7/76:06 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 50mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/30$185
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Thu 5/2211:10 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop14h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/252:30 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$202
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 6/2712:50 amLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 35mDelta
Fri 7/411:10 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/30$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/412:30 amLAX - MSP
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/95:18 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/412:30 amLAX - MSP
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/117:45 amMSP - LAX
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2810:55 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Wed 7/305:45 amMSP - LAX
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/118:45 amLAX - MSP
2 stops13h 14mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/164:50 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$301

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

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Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 6/18

6:02 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/25

8:54 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$178

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

11:10 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop14h 32m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/1

8:54 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$179

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

1:59 pm-12:28 am

1 stop8h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/20

6:45 am-12:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

$184

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 5/22

11:10 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop14h 32m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/25

2:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$202

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Fri 6/27

12:50 am-6:25 am

Nonstop3h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/4

11:10 am-1:04 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$239

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

12:30 am-9:04 am

1 stop6h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/9

5:18 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$259

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 6/26

6:05 am-5:03 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/30

7:50 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 44m

$289

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Mon 7/28

10:55 pm-9:20 am

1 stop8h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/30

5:45 am-11:50 am

2 stops8h 05m

$294

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

8:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/16

4:50 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$301

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

1:59 pm-12:33 am

1 stop8h 34m

$89

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Minneapolis

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Minneapolis, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Irvine to Minneapolis 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IR9 to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Irvine to Minneapolis, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Minneapolis. 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 1, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to MSP are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Irvine to Minneapolis, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Minneapolis from Irvine, you will be flying to Minneapolis St Paul, which is the city’s only airport. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is located 7.3 mi from the center of Minneapolis. There are 16 flights from Irvine to Minneapolis St Paul per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Minneapolis flight route?

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Sun Country Air flights start at $96 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $101 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Irvine to Minneapolis on time: WestJet (100%), Air France (92%), Aeromexico (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Minneapolis?

    On average you can expect to pay $790 for a flight from Irvine to Minneapolis. The cheapest flight overall is $87 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Minneapolis St Paul) is currently priced at $150.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine to Minneapolis 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 Irvine to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Irvine to Minneapolis 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Minneapolis

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$82Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$165Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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