Cheap flights from Singapore (SIN) to Minneapolis (MSP) from $427

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SIN — MSP
May 9 — May 161

The best prices from Singapore Changi to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in April or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Singapore to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Singapore (SIN) 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 May 4, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,308

Round-trip from

$267
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Singapore Changi to Minneapolis St Paul

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

Flying to your destination on a Friday 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 Singapore to Minneapolis?

To save up to 14% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 39 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Singapore to Minneapolis from $1,187 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,295 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Singapore to Minneapolis?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Minneapolis from Singapore. Users have commonly found prices around $1,379 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,009. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Singapore to Minneapolis (SIN - MSP)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Singapore to Minneapolis by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Singapore to Minneapolis

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Singapore 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found from Singapore to Minneapolis. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 10/168:45 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/205:30 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop36h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,106
Wed 10/168:45 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/205:30 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop36h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,111
Tue 7/98:45 amSIN - MSP
1 stop28h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/107:05 amMSP - SIN
1 stop21h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,348
Tue 8/138:45 amSIN - MSP
1 stop28h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/116:15 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,358
Tue 8/138:45 amSIN - MSP
1 stop28h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/96:15 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop37h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,383
Fri 7/129:00 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops32h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/107:05 amMSP - SIN
1 stop21h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,385
Tue 7/99:00 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops32h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/101:45 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,407
Sun 6/309:00 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops31h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/25:01 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops36h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,408
Sun 8/189:00 pmSIN - MSP
1 stop40h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/116:15 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,420

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Singapore to Minneapolis

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Singapore 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Japan Airlines flights traveling from Singapore to Minneapolis. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 10/168:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 54mJapan Airlines
Sun 10/209:45 amMSP - SIN
2 stops31h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,198
Wed 10/168:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 54mJapan Airlines
Sun 10/209:45 amMSP - SIN
2 stops31h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,203
Thu 8/158:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops23h 54mJapan Airlines
Tue 3/115:53 amMSP - SIN
2 stops35h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,459
Mon 8/128:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops23h 54mJapan Airlines
Thu 3/137:00 amMSP - SIN
2 stops28h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,469
Mon 8/128:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops23h 54mJapan Airlines
Fri 3/147:00 amMSP - SIN
2 stops28h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,506
Sun 8/188:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops23h 54mJapan Airlines
Sat 3/157:00 amMSP - SIN
2 stops28h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,660
Fri 6/281:50 amSIN - MSP
2 stops25h 07mJapan Airlines
Tue 7/25:36 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops47h 39mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,837

Cheap Singapore to Minneapolis flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Singapore to Minneapolis specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Singapore to Minneapolis in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 6/309:00 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops31h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/25:01 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops36h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,408
Sat 6/291:50 amSIN - MSP
2 stops30h 09mJapan Airlines
Tue 7/25:36 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops58h 59mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,677
Fri 6/281:50 amSIN - MSP
2 stops25h 07mJapan Airlines
Tue 7/25:36 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops47h 39mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,837
Fri 6/281:10 amSIN - MSP
3 stops41h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/29:00 amMSP - SIN
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,864
Sat 6/299:00 pmSIN - MSP
3 stops63h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/23:27 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops26h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,904
Sun 6/3011:40 pmSIN - MSP
1 stop26h 35mLufthansa
Tue 7/23:05 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop36h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/2$2,101
Sat 6/2912:40 amSIN - MSP
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/27:50 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$2,412
Sat 6/2912:40 amSIN - MSP
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/25:20 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$2,429
Sat 6/2910:35 pmSIN - MSP
1 stop32h 05mAir France
Tue 7/27:50 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop23h 55mAir France
Deal found 5/2$2,458

Singapore to Minneapolis 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Singapore and Minneapolis in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Singapore to Minneapolis in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 10/168:45 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/205:30 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop36h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,106
Wed 10/168:45 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/205:30 pmMSP - SIN
1 stop36h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,111
Thu 7/112:00 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops29h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/102:47 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,146
Wed 10/168:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 54mJapan Airlines
Sun 10/209:45 amMSP - SIN
2 stops31h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,198
Wed 10/168:05 amSIN - MSP
2 stops28h 54mJapan Airlines
Sun 10/209:45 amMSP - SIN
2 stops31h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,203
Tue 10/151:10 amSIN - MSP
1 stop29h 45mDelta
Sun 10/2011:10 amMSP - SIN
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,233
Tue 10/151:10 amSIN - MSP
2 stops25h 40mDelta
Sun 10/207:00 amMSP - SIN
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,238
Tue 10/151:10 amSIN - MSP
2 stops29h 12mDelta
Sun 10/208:50 amMSP - SIN
2 stops25h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,244
Fri 8/1611:40 pmSIN - MSP
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/125:15 pmMSP - SIN
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,321

One-way flights to Minneapolis from Singapore

Search for one-way flight options from Singapore 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Singapore to Minneapolis can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Singapore to Minneapolis should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sun 6/210:15 pmSIN - MSP
3 stops57h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$427
Sun 6/210:15 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops44h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$478
Sat 6/112:40 amSIN - MSP
2 stops36h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$548
Sat 6/112:55 amSIN - MSP
3 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$558
Thu 8/1511:55 amSIN - MSP
3 stops54h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$609
Wed 8/142:00 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops37h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$762
Fri 8/161:35 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops29h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$773
Sat 8/35:15 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops33h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$867
Wed 8/211:10 pmSIN - MSP
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$893

Find flights from Singapore to Minneapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Singapore 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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$1,106 - $1,929

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Return

Price

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Wed 10/16

2 stops28h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/20

1 stop36h 15m

$1,106

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Thu 7/11

2 stops29h 04m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/10

2 stops32h 53m

$1,146

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Wed 10/16

2 stops28h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/20

2 stops31h 30m

$1,198

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Tue 10/15

1 stop29h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/20

1 stop28h 50m

$1,233

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Fri 8/16

1 stop26h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/11

2 stops33h 30m

$1,322

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Tue 8/13

2 stops34h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/11

2 stops35h 52m

$1,372

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Wed 7/10

2 stops31h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/11

2 stops33h 08m

$1,472

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Sun 8/18

2 stops39h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/10

2 stops40h 52m

$1,645

Singapore ChangiMinneapolis St Paul

SIN - MSP

SINMSP

Singapore Changi

Thu 8/1

2 stops37h 17m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 12/22

2 stops41h 29m

$1,929

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When is the best time to book a flight from Singapore to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Singapore to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Singapore to Minneapolis is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Singapore to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Singapore to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Singapore to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip from Singapore to Minneapolis by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Singapore to Minneapolis is currently $657 while a round-trip flight costs $1,380. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Singapore to Minneapolis (average of $267). Flying from Singapore 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.

January

$291

February

$298

March

$335

April

$267

May

$277

June

$303

July

$316

August

$288

September

$288

October

$278

November

$288

December

$288

Temperature and rainfall in Minneapolis by month

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

MSP

Temperature

15.8 - 73.4 °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 4, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Japan Airlines and Delta from Singapore to Minneapolis. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.5
Very good
928 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

7.9
Good
1,604 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Singapore to Minneapolis for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Singapore to Minneapolis for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,106, but on average you can expect to pay $1,289.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Singapore to Minneapolis round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,106, was found to be the cheapest airline from Singapore to Minneapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Japan Airlines and Delta. Users have found that United Airlines is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $931 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $987 and ANA from $1,008 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Singapore to Minneapolis?

  • What does SIN to MSP mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Singapore Changi Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SIN to MSP flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Singapore to Minneapolis that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Singapore to Minneapolis flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Singapore to Minneapolis with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Singapore to Minneapolis flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Singapore 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Singapore to Minneapolis that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Singapore to Minneapolis offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Singapore to Minneapolis?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Singapore to Minneapolis flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Singapore to Minneapolis flight deals updated?

    The Singapore to Minneapolis flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Singapore to Minneapolis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Singapore 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$1,009Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,111Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,196Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,228Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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