San Francisco Bay Area

$93+ 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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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 February 3, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/257:00 am
MSP
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OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/28:10 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop18h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/31$257
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 4/82:54 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 12m
Sun Country Air
Mon 4/136:07 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/1$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 4/29:12 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop12h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/86:00 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop7h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/286:00 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop17h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/810:35 pm
SFO
-
MSP
2 stops47h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/126:46 pm
MSP
-
SFO
2 stops15h 12m
Frontier
Mon 3/169:04 pm
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop24h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 5/15:11 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop7h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/58:10 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop18h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/2$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/151:47 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop12h 41m
Frontier
Tue 3/176:00 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop15h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/2510:45 am
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop15h 43m
Frontier
Sun 3/111:00 am
SFO
-
MSP
2 stops20h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$264
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Sat 5/27:50 am
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/106:00 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$265
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 2/2612:53 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop10h 46m
Frontier
Wed 3/47:35 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop13h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$266
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Fri 4/172:54 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 05m
Sun Country Air
Mon 4/208:30 am
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/3$267
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 5/102:55 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 05m
Sun Country Air
Sat 5/166:05 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/2$268

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$93
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$349
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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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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MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/1

5:11 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Oakland

Tue 5/5

8:10 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$263

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/3

9:50 pm-12:02 am

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

3:59 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/1

7:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 6/7

6:47 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 53m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/5

9:30 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

6:20 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/20

9:50 pm-12:02 am

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

6:20 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/22

9:50 pm-12:02 am

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

3:59 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/22

9:50 pm-12:02 am

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

6:20 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/28

6:45 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

4:05 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/4

9:13 am-11:32 am

Nonstop4h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

6:20 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/2

6:45 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

11:59 pm-5:46 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$269

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $59). Flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area in January is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 February 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from MSP to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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 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?

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Departing from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area will take you 4h 12m. Minneapolis and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 1585 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $59. Users have also found prices from $66 and $99 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

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

  • 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: KLM (77%), Air China (75%), Asiana Airlines (68%).

  • 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 $655, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), is priced around $189.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $59). Flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area in January is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$87Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$318Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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