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$89+ 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Sep 10 — Sep 171
Wed 9/10
Wed 9/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$146 or less
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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 September 5, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:31 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop27h 31mFrontier
Sun 9/2111:57 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop18h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/3$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 11/62:23 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 51mFrontier
Sun 11/96:34 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/3$187
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Tue 9/237:10 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/2$187
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:00 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 02mSun Country Air
Mon 10/65:57 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/4$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/28:16 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Tue 10/78:00 amSFO - MSP
2 stops13h 53mFrontier
Deal found 9/3$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 9/268:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop5h 38mFrontier
Mon 10/67:07 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Deal found 9/2$190
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/298:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop5h 38mFrontier
Sat 10/410:49 amSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Deal found 9/3$192
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 11/510:00 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 15mSun Country Air
Wed 11/121:15 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/3$193
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 9/2412:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 02mSun Country Air
Thu 9/256:18 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/3$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 9/128:38 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop27h 52mFrontier
Fri 9/266:29 amSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/3$195
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:50 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 39mFrontier
Thu 10/233:25 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/2$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/28:16 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Fri 10/37:07 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop23h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/3$197

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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 September 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 11/6

2:23 pm-12:14 am

1 stop11h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

6:34 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$187

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/13

3:06 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

11:59 pm-5:37 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/16

3:00 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Sat 11/22

11:59 pm-5:37 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/24

6:06 am-8:24 am

Nonstop4h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

1:35 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/24

12:00 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

12:21 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/30

10:00 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

5:57 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/1

10:00 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

5:57 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/3

3:00 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

6:15 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 12/17

3:00 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 12/23

11:59 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/28

7:54 am-10:18 am

Nonstop4h 24m

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

6:18 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$188

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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

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 $276). Flying from Minnesota 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 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 September 5, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 5, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 11.8 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 35 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 12m. 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?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $136 and $150, 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 SkyWest Airlines (90%), Asiana Airlines (88%) or Air New Zealand (87%) 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 $468, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $178 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 $276). Flying from Minnesota 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 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 September 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$151Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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