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

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$186
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

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June

Average price

$294
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:51 amMSP - SFO
2 stops14h 31mFrontier
Tue 11/188:02 amSFO - MSP
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/227:50 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Sat 10/256:44 amSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 09mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/810:15 amMSP - SFO
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/226:10 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$187
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 12/128:00 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 19mSun Country Air
Mon 12/1511:19 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/14$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sun 11/96:00 amMSP - SFO
2 stops34h 30mFrontier
Thu 11/1312:43 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 10/287:50 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Sat 11/16:34 amSFO - MSP
1 stop14h 24mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/66:00 amMSP - SFO
2 stops17h 22mFrontier
Sun 11/98:09 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/48:51 amMSP - SFO
1 stop15h 36mFrontier
Sun 11/98:09 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/73:06 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/146:34 amSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Tue 12/237:34 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Tue 1/67:10 amSFO - MSP
1 stop12h 33mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/58:51 amMSP - SFO
1 stop15h 36mFrontier
Sun 11/96:33 pmSFO - MSP
2 stops50h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/304:18 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop9h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/58:02 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$196

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Salinas 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Salinas that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Salinas

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Price

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 12/12

8:00 am-10:19 am

Nonstop4h 19m

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

11:19 am-4:57 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/13

3:00 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Sat 12/27

6:24 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$208

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 11/22

8:36 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

11:59 pm-5:37 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$228

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/9

3:00 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

6:18 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$228

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 12/24

3:00 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

6:10 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$228

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/30

3:06 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

6:18 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$258

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/3

8:00 am-4:38 pm

2 stops10h 38m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

9:10 am-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$266

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/21

9:59 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop4h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

5:45 am-11:27 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/27

3:55 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

5:45 am-11:24 am

Nonstop3h 39m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/14

9:00 am-11:17 am

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

12:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$269

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Salinas. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to Salinas. 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 Salinas?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas (average of $79). Flying from Minneapolis to Salinas in August is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Minneapolis to Salinas at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 46% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Salinas flight should consider departing on Monday 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 Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Salinas. 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 October 16, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Minneapolis to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
335 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,137 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salinas from Minneapolis St Paul; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Minneapolis airport to Salinas. It is only a 7.3 mi journey to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Minneapolis’s city center.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Salinas flight route?

    Within the past month, 40 users have taken a look at flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Salinas.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Salinas?

    Departing from Minneapolis to Salinas will take you 4h 19m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1585 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Consider WestJet (100%), Air France (96%) or Korean Air (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to Salinas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $577 for a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco) is currently priced at $148.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas (average of $79). Flying from Minneapolis to Salinas in August is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 6 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Salinas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Salinas. 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$89Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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