Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP - SFO)
The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco are usually found in January or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday
How to find the cheapest flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO)
All the information you need to plan the best MSP to SFO flight in 2022: compare Minneapolis to San Francisco flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Francisco.
MSP - SFO Price | $259 - $394 |
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SFO Temperature | 51.8 - 62.6 °F |
SFO Rainfall | 0 - 4.4 inches |
| Popular in | March | High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | January | Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $259 | From Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco |
| One-way from | $122 | One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
Wednesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 12%.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 30% on flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $378. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $424.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Minneapolis. Users have commonly found prices around $322 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $199. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP - SFO)?
It’s optimal to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco in November, December 2022
The best prices found for MSP to SFO flights for November, December
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Minneapolis to San Francisco 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to San Francisco from Minneapolis found for this year
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Cheap Frontier flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco
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Last minute flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco
Late deals on return flights to San Francisco from Minneapolis, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to San Francisco from Minneapolis
The cheapest one-way flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Minneapolis to San Francisco flights.
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 8 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 9 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 07m is how long a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco typically takes.
Which airlines flying from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of our airline partners flying from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Sun Country Air, Delta, and United Airlines are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Sun Country Air with this kind of flexibility.
Can I find flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $147, but on average you can expect to pay $167.
Are there last-minute flights available from Minneapolis to San Francisco for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How popular is this Minneapolis to San Francisco flight route?
Flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco have been viewed 58 times in the past calendar month.
How many flights depart from Minneapolis to San Francisco on average per day?
On average, you can expect to see 18 flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 11% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 39% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 22% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 28% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
For as low as $147, Frontier can have you in San Francisco from Minneapolis in 4h 18m. The distance between Minneapolis and San Francisco is about 1594 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 flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco round-trip from $147. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Sun Country Air. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
The most popular airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco are Endeavor Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
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 France (97%), Air New Zealand (95%), KLM (94%).
What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
On average you can expect to pay $774 for a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $84 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco) is currently priced at $174.
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Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Minneapolis to San Francisco choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco
See what time of day planes typically take off from Minneapolis to San Francisco
| 1%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 15%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 62%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 22%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Francisco
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Minneapolis to San Francisco
| Sunday | 9daily flights |
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| Monday | 12daily flights |
| Tuesday | 9daily flights |
| Wednesday | 15daily flights |
| Thursday | 2daily flights |
| Friday | 5daily flights |
| Saturday | 7daily flights |