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$120+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Salinas

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

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.
Mon 10/198:08 pm
LSE
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SFO
1 stop14h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/2210:06 pm
SFO
-
LSE
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$228
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.
Wed 10/217:31 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Mon 10/266:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop10h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$231
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/97:31 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Mon 10/126:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop10h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$240
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:33 pm
FAR
-
SFO
1 stop11h 45m
Frontier
Fri 8/286:00 am
SFO
-
FAR
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/178:08 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 26m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$241
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:33 pm
FAR
-
SFO
1 stop11h 45m
Frontier
Mon 9/76:00 am
SFO
-
FAR
1 stop6h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$241
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/178:08 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 10m
Frontier
Fri 8/216:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$255
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/172:24 pm
FAR
-
SFO
1 stop11h 54m
Frontier
Sat 8/226:00 am
SFO
-
FAR
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$255
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.
Mon 10/198:08 pm
LSE
-
SFO
1 stop14h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/2510:06 pm
SFO
-
LSE
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/810:26 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop12h 16m
Frontier
Tue 10/132:16 pm
SFO
-
MSP
2 stops16h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$267
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/293:10 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 07m
Sun Country Air
Thu 11/56:18 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 36m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 7/29$268
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.
Fri 9/48:32 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop14h 11m
Frontier
Mon 9/71:07 pm
SFO
-
MSP
2 stops29h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$269

Find flight deals from Minnesota to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$120
(Priceline)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$317
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Salinas that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 8/17

8:08 pm-11:34 am

1 stop17h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-8:01 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$241

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 8/17

11:42 am-10:25 am

1 stop24h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

1:07 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops45h 53m

$275

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 8/27

6:54 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 53m

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:12 am-10:19 am

1 stop8h 07m

$339
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/5

6:55 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 9/11

6:29 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$339

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/4

5:45 am-11:23 am

1 stop7h 38m

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

8:44 am-2:47 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$349

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/27

3:07 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

6:03 am-11:41 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$359

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/3

9:40 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

6:13 am-11:49 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$359

DuluthSan Francisco

DLH - SFO

DLHSFO

Duluth Intl

Thu 9/17

6:24 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

10:35 pm-10:40 am

1 stop10h 05m

$368

DuluthSan Francisco

DLH - SFO

DLHSFO

Duluth Intl

Thu 9/17

4:11 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop6h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

6:35 am-3:29 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$368

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 9/26

4:45 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 47m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

3:16 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$368

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to Salinas

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MN to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 August 1, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Minnesota to Salinas at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 August 1, 2026.

The most flights from USMN to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minnesota to Salinas?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Minnesota to Salinas flights typically cost between $258 and $378 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $267 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 14-Aug 17).

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minnesota to Salinas. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota to Salinas. 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 Minnesota to Salinas flight route?

    Flights from Minnesota to Salinas have been viewed 58 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to Salinas?

    For as low as $339, Frontier can have you in Salinas from Minnesota in 6h 53m. The distance from Minnesota to Salinas is about 1446 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minnesota to Salinas one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. Sun Country Air flights start at $89 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $124 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to Salinas?

    While some choose either Fargo Hector Field - San Francisco or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - San Francisco, Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco is the most popular route from Minnesota to Salinas.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minnesota to Salinas consider choosing Air China (71%), Air New Zealand (63%) or Virgin Australia (61%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minnesota to Salinas?

    While on average a flight from Minnesota to Salinas is generally $2,401, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $135. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $237 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minnesota 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Minnesota to Salinas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$165Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$247Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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