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$95+ 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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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 December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:00 amMSP - SFO
2 stops41h 03mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$227
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/112:26 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:32 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 12/282:50 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/4$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Fri 12/198:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:24 amSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$231
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/611:53 amSFO - MSP
2 stops10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:00 amMSP - SFO
2 stops41h 03mFrontier
Wed 1/77:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$234
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 18mSun Country Air
Thu 12/256:06 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/4$237
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/117:07 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop14h 46mFrontier
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:07 pmMSP - SFO
2 stops23h 44mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop18h 24mFrontier
Wed 12/106:30 amSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:07 pmMSP - SFO
2 stops23h 44mFrontier
Wed 1/77:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:50 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop13h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:42 pmSFO - FSD
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$246

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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$225
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$95
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to San Francisco that are best for you.

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MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/14

7:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

11:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$229

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-6:43 pm

2 stops13h 43m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

7:57 am-11:55 pm

2 stops13h 58m

$241

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 12/19

8:50 pm-8:23 am

1 stop13h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

2:36 pm-10:53 am

1 stop18h 17m

$261

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/25

6:50 pm-7:21 pm

1 stop26h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:20 am-11:34 am

1 stop23h 14m

$263

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/26

9:30 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:20 am-11:34 am

1 stop23h 14m

$266

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/20

2:57 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 59m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

8:47 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$268

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Tue 4/7

9:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

11:59 pm-11:02 am

1 stop9h 03m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/11

7:12 am-9:36 am

Nonstop4h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

10:35 am-4:17 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$269

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 1/17

4:17 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

6:10 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/22

9:30 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

6:10 am-11:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$269

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Minnesota with our price prediction graph.
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $59). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco in October is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 December 4, 2025.

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 46% versus a flight in the morning.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minnesota to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings 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 December 4, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 47 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 7h 50m. 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?

    $72 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 Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $79 and $139, 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 WestJet (100%), Air France (94%) or Korean Air (90%) 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 $644, 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 $124 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $59). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco in October is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$157Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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