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$89+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Riverside, CA

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MSP — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Riverside are usually found in August or May, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$168
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$257
From Minneapolis St Paul to Riverside
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/26:18 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mSun Country Air
Sat 7/511:50 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:18 amMSP - LAX
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/2411:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:30 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 01mDelta
Sun 8/1011:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/10$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/125:00 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop9h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/292:03 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop7h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/151:47 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1711:37 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/255:46 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/294:32 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/155:45 amMSP - LAX
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Fri 7/184:05 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$224
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Fri 11/145:30 amMSP - LAX
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/1611:51 amLAX - MSP
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/36:05 amMSP - LAX
1 stop8h 58mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/108:03 amLAX - MSP
2 stops13h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Wed 7/169:28 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$260

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Riverside 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Riverside that are best for you.

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Riverside

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Price

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/2

6:18 am-8:05 am

Nonstop3h 47m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/5

11:50 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$168

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/1

8:18 am-9:23 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/24

11:55 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$182

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/1

9:35 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

12:47 am-6:25 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$199

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/12

5:00 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 18m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

2:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$209

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/15

1:47 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/17

11:37 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 26m

$219

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/25

5:46 pm-12:40 am

1 stop8h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

4:32 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$220

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/15

5:45 am-11:50 am

2 stops8h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/18

4:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$224

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/20

5:30 am-10:56 am

1 stop7h 26m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

11:51 am-12:31 am

1 stop10h 40m

$240

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/3

6:05 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

8:03 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 56m

$246

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/3

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/16

9:28 pm-11:22 am

1 stop11h 54m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Riverside

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Riverside from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to Riverside

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Riverside?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Riverside. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to Riverside. 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 Minneapolis to Riverside?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 MSP to R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to Riverside, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Riverside?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Riverside. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Riverside flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Riverside. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to R1V are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Riverside by month

Plan your trip to Riverside by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riverside ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Riverside when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Riverside by month

Plan your trip to Riverside by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riverside, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Minneapolis to Riverside 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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to Riverside?

    Located just 7.3 mi from the city center, Minneapolis St Paul is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Riverside from Minneapolis. Booking flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Riverside should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily outbound flights to Riverside from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Riverside flight route?

    Within the past month, 128 users have taken a look at flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Riverside.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $89 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $100 and Southwest from $110 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Riverside?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minneapolis to Riverside consider choosing United Airlines (100%), LATAM Airlines (91%) or Delta (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Riverside?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,486 for a flight from Minneapolis to Riverside. The cheapest flight overall is $87 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $155.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Riverside 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 Minneapolis to Riverside?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Minneapolis to Riverside

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Riverside. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$65Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$99Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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