Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP - SFO) from $55

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/28. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
MSP — SFO
Oct 3 — Oct 101

The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 2023: compare Minneapolis to San Francisco flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Francisco.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$258

One-way from

$104
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco

MSP - SFO

Price

$258 - $436

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

SFO

Rainfall

0 - 4.4 inches

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

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 7%.

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 26% 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 $389. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $435.

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

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Minneapolis. Users have commonly found prices around $343 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $189. 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 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Frontier flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco

Peruse some of the lowest-priced Frontier flights we've found from Minneapolis to San Francisco. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Minneapolis to San Francisco is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $437.20 RT. This price is typically 19% cheaper than other airlines that offer Minneapolis to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $298. Minneapolis St Paul Airport is the most common Minneapolis airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco, Frontier flights are 10% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Sun Country Air flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco

Have a look at some of the cheapest available Sun Country Air flights departing from Minneapolis and landing in San Francisco. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
  • Sun Country Air is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Minneapolis to San Francisco. Flights on this route from Sun Country Air typically cost $332.80 RT, a price that is 47% more expensive than the average Minneapolis to San Francisco flight. The cheapest flight found was $228 RT. The most popular departure airport in Minneapolis when flying to San Francisco is Minneapolis St Paul Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Minneapolis to San Francisco, Sun Country Air flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Minneapolis to San Francisco flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for MSP to SFO flights for September, October
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Minneapolis to San Francisco 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Minneapolis

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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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1 stop12h 05m

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1 stop7h 40m

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Mon 11/6

1 stop28h 14m

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1 stop7h 19m

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Mon 10/23

1 stop28h 27m

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1 stop8h 19m

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1 stop12h 05m

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1 stop14h 49m

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Mon 10/16

1 stop11h 20m

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Wed 10/18

1 stop16h 04m

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Fri 11/10

1 stop11h 23m

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Tue 11/14

1 stop7h 19m

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Mon 10/16

1 stop11h 20m

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1 stop16h 04m

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Thu 10/26

1 stop11h 20m

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1 stop8h 19m

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Mon 10/30

Nonstop4h 04m

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Thu 11/2

Nonstop3h 35m

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Sun Country Air and United Airlines 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Southwest
7.6
Good
1,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Sun Country Air
7.4
Good
94 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

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 9 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 03m is how long a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco typically takes.

Can I find flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $85, but on average you can expect to pay $108.

Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco is less than $188.

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, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this Minneapolis to San Francisco flight route?

How many flights depart from Minneapolis to San Francisco on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 12 flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco a day.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco?

For as low as $85, Frontier can have you in San Francisco from Minneapolis in 12h 05m. The distance between Minneapolis and San Francisco is about 1594 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco round-trip from $85. This flight start at 75% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco?

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 Europa (100%), LATAM Airlines (100%), ITA Airways (100%).

What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco?

On average you can expect to pay $539 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 $107.

What does MSP to SFO mean?

MSP stands for Minneapolis St Paul Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

Alternative routes for Minneapolis to San Francisco

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Top 6 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$122Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$171Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$298Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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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 departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
30%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
63%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
6%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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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
Sunday10daily flights
Monday13daily flights
Tuesday8daily flights
Wednesday8daily flights
Thursday10daily flights
Friday10daily flights
Saturday7daily flights

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