Sacramento

$79+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento (MSP - SMF)

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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SMF
May 3 — May 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or July, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/266:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Thu 4/3011:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop21h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/36:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Fri 5/811:28 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop19h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:15 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop26h 08m
Frontier
Wed 5/611:28 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop19h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/196:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Thu 4/3011:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/196:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Thu 4/2311:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/196:45 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Mon 4/2011:03 am
SMF
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MSP
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$245

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 April 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Expedia)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$477
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Minneapolis St Paul-Sacramento Intl flights.
From Minneapolis St Paul to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Route

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/15

5:16 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

2:52 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$438

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/11

6:30 am-12:15 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

6:00 am-4:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$448
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/16

7:40 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

6:15 am-11:44 am

Nonstop3h 29m

$449

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/23

6:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

11:10 am-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$473

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

2:52 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$475

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/21

2:51 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/26

12:52 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$477

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/15

5:16 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/17

7:00 am-5:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$477

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/21

10:40 am-8:35 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

11:10 am-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$494

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/25

9:02 am-10:21 pm

1 stop15h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/30

6:15 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$496

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/17

4:57 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/1

8:13 am-3:58 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$514

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Compare providers for flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento

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 Minneapolis to Sacramento in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Minneapolis-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Minneapolis-Sacramento 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 Minneapolis to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento is 34 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento (average of $79). Flying from Minneapolis to Sacramento in February is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Sacramento?

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated April 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Minneapolis to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to Sacramento. 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 Minneapolis to Sacramento?

    You will need to book a flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Sacramento Intl if you want to fly from Minneapolis to Sacramento. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Sacramento from the Minneapolis airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MSP to SMF to be around 3h 39m.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Sacramento flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento?

    Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Minneapolis to Sacramento in just under 6h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 19m. Minneapolis and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 1514 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $158, Frontier will fly you from Minneapolis to Sacramento and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $306, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $85 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $108 and Southwest from $162 one-way.

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

    Consider Korean Air (89%), Delta (77%) or Virgin Atlantic (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to Sacramento.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $476, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $348. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $274.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento (average of $79). Flying from Minneapolis to Sacramento in February is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 Minneapolis to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento. 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 April 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$158Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$258Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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