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$78+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
May 10 — May 171
Sat 5/10
Sat 5/17
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Round-trip from

$155
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One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$269
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 5, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/38:55 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Sun 7/611:59 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/4$155
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/208:45 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mSun Country Air
Mon 6/2311:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/4$171
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Thu 6/192:12 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/249:38 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$183
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/512:59 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop10h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/911:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 5/206:45 amMSP - SFO
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Wed 5/2811:38 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/4$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 7/17:20 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 05mDelta
Wed 7/96:05 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/4$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Sat 6/213:54 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/246:00 amSJC - MSP
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 6/187:25 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/2312:43 amSFO - MSP
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$229
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sat 9/273:13 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 07mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/47:01 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/4$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 9/1012:40 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 9/146:50 amOAK - MSP
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/4$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Thu 7/107:07 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/157:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$239
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/216:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Mon 8/2512:17 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$240

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/3

8:55 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Oakland

Sun 7/6

11:59 pm-5:26 am

Nonstop3h 27m

$155

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/20

8:45 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$171

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/19

2:12 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Oakland

Tue 6/24

9:38 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$183

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/5

12:59 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop10h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$192

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/20

6:45 am-2:44 pm

1 stop9h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:38 pm-3:36 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$196

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/1

8:50 am-10:59 am

Nonstop4h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

6:05 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$219

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/21

3:54 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San Jose

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-11:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$224

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/18

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

12:43 am-10:49 am

1 stop8h 06m

$229

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/27

3:13 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

7:01 pm-12:17 pm

1 stop15h 16m

$238

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/10

12:40 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Oakland

Sun 9/14

6:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 5, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 5, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated May 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
9,987 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,941 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
2,420 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,702 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area from Minneapolis, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul, which is the city’s only airport. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is located 7.3 mi from the center of Minneapolis.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    Within the past month, 31 users have taken a look at flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $102 and $119 on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area is Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco. You may also consider Minneapolis St Paul - San Jose or Minneapolis St Paul - Oakland.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area on time: Air China (90%), LATAM Airlines (86%), Aeromexico (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area? While on average our users pay $1,014, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), is priced around $155.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$207Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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