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$100+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Minneapolis (SJC - MSP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — MSP
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in September or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Minneapolis

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:35 amSJC - MSP
1 stop25h 01mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/61:32 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop7h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/11$481
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:22 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop18h 15mDelta
Wed 1/76:50 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop18h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/11$509
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/305:13 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop17h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/51:32 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop29h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$557
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:05 amSJC - MSP
1 stop18h 31mDelta
Wed 1/76:50 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop18h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/11$559
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:35 amSJC - MSP
1 stop25h 01mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/237:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop9h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/11$598
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/294:10 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Thu 1/15:45 amMSP - SJC
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$627

Find flight deals from San Jose to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$265
(Delta)

One-way from

$100
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$489

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
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From San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul.
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Wed 1/7

7:45 am-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/24

6:50 pm-10:57 am

1 stop18h 07m

$265

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Tue 1/6

2:30 pm-11:29 am

1 stop18h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/24

6:50 pm-10:57 am

1 stop18h 07m

$265

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Tue 2/3

9:53 am-1:56 pm

2 stops26h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/11

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$314

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Sat 1/24

6:02 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop27h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-7:27 pm

2 stops14h 27m

$325

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Wed 1/7

6:02 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop27h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop28h 48m

$329

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Thu 1/8

9:05 am-11:55 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/26

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$342

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Tue 1/6

9:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 24m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$352

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Thu 1/8

7:45 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$363

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Thu 1/1

7:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/6

1:32 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$372

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Thu 2/12

7:40 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/15

2:57 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$385

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose to Minneapolis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Minneapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Jose, California-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Minneapolis

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Minneapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Jose, California to Minneapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Minneapolis (average of $98). Flying from San Jose, California to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 SJC to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose, California to Minneapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Jose to Minneapolis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 Jose to Minneapolis?

    To fly from San Jose to Minneapolis, you need to book a flight from San Jose (SJC) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP). Nonstop flights to Minneapolis St Paul from San Jose take 3h 41m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul offered by 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Minneapolis?

    A quick flight from San Jose, California to Minneapolis can take about 11h 14m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $265. The distance between San Jose, California and Minneapolis is about 1572 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($79), Frontier ($124), and Delta ($269) offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose, California to Minneapolis. Sun Country Air is 82% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California 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 $41. Sun Country Air flights start at $59 while deals on United Airlines start at $139 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from San Jose, California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (95%), KLM (90%), Virgin Atlantic( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose, California to Minneapolis?

    While on average a flight from San Jose, California to Minneapolis is generally $642, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $128. When looking at the most popular route, (San Jose - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $336 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Minneapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 San Jose, California to Minneapolis?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Minneapolis (average of $98). Flying from San Jose, California to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Minneapolis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$124Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$270Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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