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$62+ 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSP
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Minnesota

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 December 15, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:46 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$180
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/306:26 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 12mSun Country Air
Mon 1/53:48 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/13$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:22 pmLAX - MSP
2 stops31h 40mFrontier
Tue 1/1310:55 amMSP - LAX
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$201
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/2811:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 12mSun Country Air
Tue 1/612:00 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/13$203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Thu 12/253:58 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/148:30 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$206
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:58 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop26h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/59:46 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop16h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$207
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:45 amONT - MSP
1 stop15h 17mFrontier
Wed 1/1410:55 amMSP - ONT
1 stop14h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:52 amSNA - MSP
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Wed 1/1410:55 amMSP - SNA
1 stop6h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$208
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2611:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/199:34 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop27h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$210
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/316:01 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1010:40 amMSP - LAX
1 stop23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$211
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Fri 12/2611:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 12mSun Country Air
Fri 1/304:24 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mSun Country Air
Thu 1/13:18 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$214

Find flight deals from California to Minnesota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Minnesota flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$62
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$362

Good round-trip deal

$251 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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One-way flight from California to Minnesota
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Minnesota.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Minnesota.
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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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Minnesota that are best for you.

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California

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Minnesota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioMinneapolis

ONT - MSP

ONTMSP

Ontario

Tue 2/24

7:30 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/25

9:30 am-9:34 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$129

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/21

11:59 pm-11:41 am

1 stop9h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/27

4:06 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$173

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/12

6:15 am-6:53 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/19

6:45 am-11:39 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$175

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/23

6:45 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/27

12:00 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$178

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Mon 3/2

11:30 am-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/12

6:50 pm-12:16 am

1 stop7h 26m

$182

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

6:45 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/11

4:18 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$193

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/30

6:26 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/5

3:48 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$193

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/30

6:51 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/3

12:00 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$193

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

6:22 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/1

8:36 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$198

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/31

6:35 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/2

7:09 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from California to Minnesota

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minnesota from California with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Minnesota (average of $59). Flying from California to Minnesota in October is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 December 15, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from California to Minnesota by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Minnesota?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Minnesota. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Minnesota flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 15, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USMN are scheduled on a Friday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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 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, 99 users have taken a look at flights from California to Minnesota.

  • How long is the flight from California to Minnesota?

    A quick flight from California to Minnesota can take about 3h 07m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $178. The distance between California and Minnesota is about 1297 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Minnesota 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 American Airlines start at $79 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Minnesota (average of $59). Flying from California to Minnesota in October is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Minnesota

Discover the top 7 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$118Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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