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$58+ Cheap flights from California to Minnesota

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSP
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Minnesota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Minnesota flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$146
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$58
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$158 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Minnesota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Minnesota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:55 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 13mSun Country Air
Sun 8/313:36 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 25mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/31$146
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/312:35 amLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 11mDelta
Mon 9/89:59 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/31$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:01 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 22mSun Country Air
Sun 9/282:06 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/29$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 10/26:30 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Sun 10/55:25 amMSP - LAS
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$169
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2911:55 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/26:00 amMSP - LAS
1 stop8h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$170
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/410:48 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/811:01 amMSP - LAS
1 stop10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:23 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/87:00 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$181
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:38 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 34mSun Country Air
Mon 8/256:06 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/29$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:30 amLAX - MSP
1 stop10h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/36:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$194
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/1611:52 amLAS - MSP
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Tue 8/198:00 amMSP - LAS
1 stop7h 07mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$198
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 7/31$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/106:20 amSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 50mDelta
Mon 9/229:59 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 43mDelta
Deal found 7/31$199

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Minnesota 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Minnesota that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Minnesota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/25

5:55 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/31

3:36 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$146

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/3

12:35 am-5:46 am

Nonstop3h 11m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/8

9:59 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$159

Palm SpringsMinneapolis

PSP - MSP

PSPMSP

Palm Springs

Sun 9/14

6:01 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

2:06 pm-3:46 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$168

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/29

11:55 pm-5:08 am

Nonstop3h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$170

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 9/28

7:05 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/30

5:45 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 50m

$172

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

7:03 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/9

5:56 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$179

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

10:23 pm-8:26 am

1 stop8h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/8

7:00 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$181

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

5:38 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/25

6:06 am-7:57 am

Nonstop3h 51m

$185

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

8:30 am-9:28 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 17m

$194

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/16

11:52 am-12:37 am

1 stop10h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$198

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Best time to book a flight from California to Minnesota

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California to Minnesota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Minnesota

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Minnesota. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USMN are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minnesota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minnesota. 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 Minnesota. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Minnesota by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this California to Minnesota flight route?

    Within the past month, 112 users have taken a look at flights from California to Minnesota.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $58. Southwest flights start at $80 while deals on American Airlines start at $95 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Minnesota. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$76Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$89Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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