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$117+ 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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SMF
8月 29 — 9月 51
週六 8/29
週六 9/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday 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 7月 30, 2026.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週六 9/267:00 am
MSP
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SMF
1 stop5h 58m
Frontier
週四 10/18:37 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$234
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 8/209:57 pm
MSP
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SMF
1 stop15h 00m
Frontier
週四 8/276:29 pm
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop23h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$244
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
週六 9/127:00 am
MSP
-
SMF
1 stop5h 58m
Frontier
週二 9/2211:53 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop10h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$250
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 9/89:57 pm
MSP
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SMF
1 stop15h 01m
Frontier
週三 10/2111:52 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop7h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
週一 9/147:54 pm
MSP
-
SMF
1 stop23h 34m
Frontier
週一 9/2111:35 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop24h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$261
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
週四 9/247:00 am
MSP
-
SMF
1 stop5h 40m
Frontier
週一 9/2811:35 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop10h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$262
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 8/209:57 pm
MSP
-
SMF
1 stop15h 00m
Frontier
週一 8/247:47 pm
SMF
-
MSP
2 stops23h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$263
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 8/189:57 pm
MSP
-
SMF
1 stop15h 00m
Frontier
週一 8/247:47 pm
SMF
-
MSP
2 stops23h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$264
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 9/92:33 pm
MSP
-
SMF
2 stops28h 55m
Frontier
週三 9/1611:53 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop10h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$265
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 11/110:30 pm
MSP
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SMF
2 stops21h 50m
Frontier
週五 11/611:45 am
SMF
-
MSP
1 stop20h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$266
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 8/2710:36 pm
MSP
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SMF
1 stop22h 16m
Frontier
週日 8/307:47 pm
SMF
-
MSP
2 stops23h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$269

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 7月 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(Frontier)

One-way from

$117
(Super.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$719
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento 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 7月 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週六 1/16

5:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Sacramento Intl

週六 1/23

8:20 am-7:45 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$333

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週四 10/8

7:23 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

週六 10/10

8:23 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$369

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週六 9/19

10:40 am-4:45 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Sacramento Intl

週三 9/23

6:50 am-4:50 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$391

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週五 10/9

5:55 am-11:25 am

2 stops7h 30m

Sacramento Intl

週一 10/12

5:20 pm-9:20 am

2 stops14h 00m

$426

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週三 9/16

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 58m

Sacramento Intl

週一 9/21

7:52 pm-10:14 am

2 stops12h 22m

$438

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週二 9/8

10:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Sacramento Intl

週三 10/21

11:15 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$438

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週四 10/8

7:00 pm-12:35 am

2 stops7h 35m

Sacramento Intl

週六 10/10

6:35 am-5:15 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$438

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週三 9/23

7:00 am-4:14 pm

2 stops11h 14m

Sacramento Intl

週日 9/27

8:08 am-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$500

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週四 10/1

10:19 am-6:18 pm

2 stops9h 59m

Sacramento Intl

週一 10/5

8:23 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$506
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisSacramento

MSP - SMF

MSPSMF

Minneapolis St Paul

週四 9/24

6:50 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Sacramento Intl

週日 9/27

6:00 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$509

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Sacramento is 69 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento (average of $404). Flying from Minneapolis to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $719). 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 7月 30, 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Minneapolis to Sacramento flights typically cost between $439 and $599 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $234 on Frontier (Sep 26-Oct 1).

The best insider tips for Minneapolis to Sacramento flights

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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.

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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.

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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 7月 30, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Delta
7.8
Good
8,490 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,746 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,227 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

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 4 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 45m.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Sacramento flight route?

    The Minneapolis St Paul to Sacramento Intl flight path was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento?

    Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from Minneapolis to Sacramento in just under 6h 28m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 32m. 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 United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $300, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 70% 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 Southwest from $178 and United Airlines from $184 one-way.

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

    Consider Delta (89%), Virgin Atlantic (85%) or KLM (83%) 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 $507, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $344. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $292.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Sacramento (average of $404). Flying from Minneapolis to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $719). 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 7月 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$158Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$258Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$439Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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