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$56+ Cheap flights from California to Minneapolis (MSP)

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LAX — MSP
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Minneapolis

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Minneapolis flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$125
(Priceline)

One-way from

$56
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$118 or less

Good one-way deal

$122 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/135:21 pmONT - MSP
1 stop5h 04mFrontier
Mon 8/186:00 amMSP - ONT
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$125
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/215:19 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 22mSun Country Air
Sun 9/282:06 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/2$148
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:01 pmBUR - MSP
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Sun 8/246:00 amMSP - BUR
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$161
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/711:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Thu 8/142:48 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/1$174
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 8/2411:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Wed 9/310:30 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/3$178
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:34 amSFO - MSP
1 stop5h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/298:48 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$179
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/1111:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/151:27 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$180
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/283:30 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Mon 9/16:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:50 amSFO - MSP
1 stop12h 04mFrontier
Wed 8/208:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$182
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 8/2812:22 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Sun 8/316:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$184
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 9/2112:31 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/282:06 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$186
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 9/116:06 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mSun Country Air
Mon 9/223:06 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/3$198

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Minneapolis 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Minneapolis that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioMinneapolis

ONT - MSP

ONTMSP

Ontario

Wed 8/13

5:21 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 04m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-9:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$125

Palm SpringsMinneapolis

PSP - MSP

PSPMSP

Palm Springs

Sun 9/21

5:19 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

2:06 pm-3:46 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$148

BurbankMinneapolis

BUR - MSP

BURMSP

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 8/21

12:01 pm-12:17 am

1 stop10h 16m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$161

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/14

2:48 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$174

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

11:55 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/25

11:00 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$178

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

6:34 am-2:03 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/29

8:48 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$179

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

11:55 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/15

1:27 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$180

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

3:30 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

$181

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

6:50 am-8:54 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$182

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Thu 8/28

12:22 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$184

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Best time to book a flight from California to Minneapolis

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 July 3, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MSP are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Minneapolis. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 7.3 mi from the city center, Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Minneapolis from California.

  • How popular is this California to Minneapolis flight route?

    Flights from California to Minneapolis St Paul have been viewed 122 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $56. Users have also found prices from $59 and $106 on Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Minneapolis consider Los Angeles - Minneapolis St Paul, San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul or San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Minneapolis consider choosing Aeromexico (90%), Delta (81%) or LATAM Airlines (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Minneapolis is $89. On average you can expect to pay $953. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $146.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from California 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 8 airlines flying from California to Minneapolis

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Minneapolis. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$76Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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