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$105+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Francisco (SFO)

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Jun 5 — Jun 121
Fri 6/5
Fri 6/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 5/277:18 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 05m
Frontier
Wed 6/38:56 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$230
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/82:33 pm
FAR
-
SFO
1 stop11h 45m
Frontier
Tue 7/1412:33 pm
SFO
-
FAR
1 stop23h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$230
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/154:07 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Mon 5/186:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Wed 7/228:14 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 04m
Frontier
Fri 7/246:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/82:33 pm
FAR
-
SFO
1 stop11h 45m
Frontier
Mon 7/136:00 am
SFO
-
FAR
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/226:00 am
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/299:43 pm
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Mon 10/261:07 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/26:18 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$263
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Mon 8/178:14 pm
FSD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 04m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
-
FSD
1 stop11h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$264
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/19:39 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop28h 44m
Frontier
Sat 6/612:52 pm
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop18h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$264
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2510:15 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop15h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/111:59 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$265
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/199:39 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop28h 44m
Frontier
Wed 5/278:56 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop22h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$266
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 7/110:15 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop28h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/86:14 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$267

Find flight deals from Minnesota to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated May 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$105
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/17

8:40 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 7/19

11:59 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop3h 37m

$268

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/12

8:22 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 47m

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

6:06 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$311

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/3

5:12 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$311

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/28

9:45 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 5/31

6:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$319

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/4

9:45 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

6:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$319

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/1

9:45 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

6:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$319

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/23

1:00 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

3:00 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$320

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 8/7

6:54 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

6:06 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$329

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 10/10

4:15 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 10/17

6:15 am-2:06 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$329

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 8/13

1:12 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop6h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 8/17

6:06 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$329

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to San Francisco

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

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $116). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco in September is currently the most expensive (average of $783). 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 MN to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 May 6, 2026.

When flying from Minnesota to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minnesota to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 May 6, 2026.

The most flights from USMN to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minnesota to San Francisco?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Minnesota?

    For a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Flights from Minnesota to San Francisco have been viewed 74 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Departing from Minnesota to San Francisco will take you 4h 09m. Minnesota and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1585 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and American Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $99, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to San Francisco?

    The most popular flight routes from Minnesota to San Francisco are Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco, Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - San Francisco and Fargo Hector Field - San Francisco.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco consider choosing China Eastern (100%), KLM (84%) or Virgin Atlantic (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco is generally $939, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $198 for that flight.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minnesota to San Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $116). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco in September is currently the most expensive (average of $783). 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 Minnesota to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 May 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$151Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$247Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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