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$80+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP - SFO)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco are usually found in August or July, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$165
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$80
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$263

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
From Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 8/216:00 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 06mSun Country Air
lun. 8/259:01 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/211:49 amMSP - SFO
1 stop11h 34mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/56:21 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
jue. 8/216:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
lun. 8/256:26 amSFO - MSP
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/37:20 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 05mDelta
mar. 7/812:50 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/10$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 7/27:24 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 21mUnited Airlines
sáb. 7/55:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/34:50 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
mar. 7/87:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/246:15 amMSP - SFO
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
lun. 7/286:05 amSFO - MSP
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
jue. 7/311:56 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/73:21 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco that are best for you.

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MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 8/21

6:00 am-8:06 am

Nonstop4h 06m

San Francisco

lun. 8/25

9:01 am-2:42 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$165

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 8/27

8:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

San Francisco

mié. 9/3

12:06 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$210

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 8/21

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop7h 29m

San Francisco

lun. 8/25

6:26 am-8:49 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$255

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 7/3

7:20 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

mar. 7/8

12:50 am-6:23 am

Nonstop3h 33m

$259

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 7/2

7:24 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 21m

San Francisco

sáb. 7/5

5:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 7/3

4:50 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 08m

San Francisco

mar. 7/8

7:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$279

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 7/24

6:15 am-12:15 pm

2 stops8h 00m

San Francisco

lun. 7/28

6:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$284

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 7/31

1:56 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Francisco

jue. 8/7

3:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$309

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 8/19

3:18 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$80

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 9/8

10:00 am-12:14 am

1 stop16h 14m

$123

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The best insider tips for Minneapolis to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Minneapolis to San Francisco trip
Airlines
Sun Country Air

Choose priority check-in for access to priority security lanes and early boarding.


Sun Country offers free entertainment streamed to your device on most flights.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding for MileagePlus Premier members.


United's Polaris Lounges offer showers, napping areas, and dining for premium passengers.

Airports
MSP

Expect efficient security lines at MSP, but peak times can see waits up to an hour. Check live wait estimates online.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
SFO

Use BART for a budget-friendly trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. The journey takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on Sun Country Air

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 39 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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 San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco. 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Minneapolis to San Francisco to help guide your decision. 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.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Minneapolis, then you need to book flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco. There are 20 flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Minneapolis St Paul are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 02m is how long a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco typically takes.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco round-trip from $165. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $255, and Delta, from $259. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco are Sun Country Air ($80), Frontier ($116), and Hawaiian Airlines ($132).

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

    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 on time: Sun Country Air (97%), Air China (88%), Delta (86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $768 for a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $79 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco) is currently priced at $155.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$152Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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