Cheap flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis (SFO - MSP) from $59

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 12/6. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SFO — MSP
Dec 12 — Dec 191

The best prices from San Francisco to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in September or October, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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How to find the cheapest flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Minneapolis (MSP)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Minneapolis (MSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 7, 2023.

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March

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Round-trip from

$277

One-way from

$78
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From San Francisco to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis St Paul

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Flying to your destination on a Sunday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Minneapolis. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 29 days in advance to save up to 35% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 29 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $358, or $482 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Minneapolis from San Francisco. Prices for September average $362 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $177. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a September flight can save you 24% on your journey compared to booking in March

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Minneapolis (SFO - MSP)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Minneapolis in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Frontier flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between San Francisco and Minneapolis. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,618,515 searches. Data last updated December 7, 2023.
Check out some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've come across from San Francisco to Minneapolis. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from San Francisco to Minneapolis is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $408.39 RT. This price is typically 29% cheaper than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Minneapolis flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $298. San Francisco Airport is the most common San Francisco airport to take off from when flying to Minneapolis. Minneapolis St Paul Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Minneapolis. When flying from San Francisco to Minneapolis, Frontier flights are 8% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Minneapolis. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,618,515 searches. Data last updated December 7, 2023.
Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from San Francisco to Minneapolis. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
  • If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Minneapolis, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $367.20 RT. This price is typically 72% more expensive than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Minneapolis flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $228. The most popular departure airport in San Francisco when flying to Minneapolis is San Francisco Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Minneapolis is Minneapolis St Paul Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Minneapolis, American Airlines flights are 1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Francisco to Minneapolis flights in December & January 2023

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San Francisco to Minneapolis 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to Minneapolis from San Francisco

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San Francisco to Minneapolis flights leaving soon

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One-way flights to Minneapolis from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Minneapolis. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,618,515 searches. Data last updated December 7, 2023.
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Find flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,618,515 searches. Data last updated December 7, 2023.

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$117 - $278

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1 stop8h 13m

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1 stop15h 26m

$117

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San Francisco

Wed 1/17

1 stop8h 18m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/20

1 stop17h 29m

$125

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San Francisco

Tue 1/9

1 stop24h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/16

1 stop21h 23m

$128

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San Francisco

Wed 1/10

1 stop10h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/23

2 stops17h 13m

$129

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San Francisco

Wed 1/10

1 stop10h 53m

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Tue 1/23

1 stop11h 06m

$130

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San Francisco

Wed 1/10

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/25

Nonstop4h 28m

$248

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San Francisco

Sat 1/6

Nonstop3h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/13

1 stop8h 10m

$258

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San Francisco

Sat 2/3

1 stop8h 24m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/6

1 stop11h 26m

$264

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San Francisco

Fri 4/19

Nonstop3h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/28

Nonstop4h 11m

$278

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Average price of flights to Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Minneapolis by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis is currently 70.00 USD while a round-trip flight costs 186.33 USD. Price data was last updated on December 3, 2023.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis (average of $277). Flying from San Francisco to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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.

January

$298

February

$298

March

$358

April

$328

May

$332

June

$328

July

$334

August

$295

September

$295

October

$277

November

$287

December

$285

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 December 7, 2023.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, American Airlines and Sun Country Air from San Francisco to Minneapolis. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!

8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!

7.9
Good
3,035 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!

7.4
Good
94 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!

7.4
Good
1,902 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!

7.2
Good
2,645 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,404 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!

Average temperature in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. July sees the highest average temperature while January sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on December 3, 2023.

MSP

Temperature

15.8 - 73.4 °F

Average rainfall in Minneapolis by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Minneapolis when planning your trip. Minneapolis sees an average of 2.57 precipitation per year with the most occurring in June. Precipitation data was last updated on December 3, 2023.

MSP

Rainfall

0.8 - 4.3 inches

Related info for your journey

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

What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

To fly from San Francisco to Minneapolis, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP). Nonstop flights to Minneapolis St Paul from San Francisco take 3h 35m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 9 outbound flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis St Paul offered by 6 different airlines.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $117, but on average you can expect to pay $140.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis is less than $317.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Minneapolis for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.

How popular is this San Francisco to Minneapolis flight route?

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Minneapolis on average per day?

11 flight departures from San Francisco to Minneapolis per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 91% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 9% of flight departures

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Frontier can get you from San Francisco to Minneapolis in just under 8h 13m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 1594 mi between San Francisco and Minneapolis.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Minneapolis round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Minneapolis is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $117 on this airline. Frontier is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis consider choosing China Southern (100%), China Eastern (100%) or Air France (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Minneapolis is $82. On average you can expect to pay $864. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $128.

What does SFO to MSP mean?

San Francisco Airport is SFO and Minneapolis St Paul Airport is MSP. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,618,515 searches. Data last updated December 7, 2023.
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FrontierCheapest$134Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$298Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Minneapolis

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 7, 2023.
57%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
17%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
12%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
14%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 7, 2023.
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