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$89+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP - SFO)

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MSP — SFO
Aug 26 — Sep 21
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco are usually found in June or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to San Francisco

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Round-trip from

$178
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 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. 12% potential increase in price ($40 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 August 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 August 21, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/2412:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 02mSun Country Air
Tue 9/301:03 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/20$178
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Sat 9/64:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 06mSun Country Air
Fri 9/126:18 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/21$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Fri 10/2410:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/211:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$181
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop5h 38mFrontier
Mon 9/810:45 amSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/20$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/268:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop27h 52mFrontier
Tue 9/307:10 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$185
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Fri 10/38:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/69:59 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/228:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop27h 52mFrontier
Wed 10/17:10 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$187
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/33:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Tue 10/71:03 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/20$188
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/53:12 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 06mSun Country Air
Thu 9/116:18 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/20$189
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Thu 10/212:25 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/69:59 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$190
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Sat 10/253:12 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Sat 11/16:18 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/20$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/278:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Tue 9/307:10 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$193

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MSP - SFO

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Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/24

3:00 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

1:03 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/13

3:06 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

11:59 pm-5:37 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/12

7:24 am-9:29 am

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

6:15 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/24

3:00 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

11:59 pm-5:37 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/13

3:06 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

6:18 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/24

12:00 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

1:03 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$178

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

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/27

3:06 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

1:03 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/25

3:12 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

1:03 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$178

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/27

9:18 am-11:21 am

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$178

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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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 66 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 $358). 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 August 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 August 17, 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.

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 August 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Minneapolis to San Francisco. 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

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 14 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?

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

    For as low as $178, Sun Country Air can have you in San Francisco from Minneapolis in 4h 03m. The distance between Minneapolis and San Francisco is about 1585 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 $108. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Sun Country Air, from $151, and Southwest, from $217. These flights start at 61% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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: Air China (89%), Asiana Airlines (88%), SkyWest Airlines (85%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $511 for a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco) is currently priced at $178.

  • 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 $358). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$151Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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