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$97+ Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to San Francisco
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/201:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/218:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 18mSun Country Air
Sun 12/2811:01 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$238
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/206:45 amMSP - SFO
1 stop19h 39mFrontier
Wed 1/1411:20 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$241
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/206:45 amMSP - SFO
1 stop19h 39mFrontier
Thu 1/156:15 amSFO - MSP
1 stop24h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 1/612:56 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop9h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/248:00 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1411:20 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/218:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:24 amSFO - MSP
1 stop15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/247:34 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Thu 1/86:05 amSFO - MSP
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$253
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/202:42 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/2711:25 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$255
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/218:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 18mSun Country Air
Thu 12/2512:25 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$258
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/201:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:24 amSFO - MSP
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$266
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Sat 12/201:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mSun Country Air
Wed 12/316:12 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$267

Find flight deals from Saint Paul to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Saint Paul to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

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Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$225
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$97
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$304
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Saint Paul to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Price

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/18

9:30 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-11:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/22

7:12 am-9:36 am

Nonstop4h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

1:13 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/29

11:30 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

12:46 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/6

7:12 am-9:36 am

Nonstop4h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

1:13 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/20

9:30 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-11:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/17

11:33 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-11:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/19

6:40 pm-8:57 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-11:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/10

11:30 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

6:10 am-11:53 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/23

4:52 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

1:13 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$279

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

10:35 am-4:17 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco (average of $59). Flying from Saint Paul to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 SA1 to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Saint Paul 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 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Saint Paul to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Saint Paul to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Saint Paul to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Saint Paul to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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 Saint Paul to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Saint Paul 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 15, 2025.

The most flights from SA1 to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Saint Paul to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,079 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Saint Paul?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Saint Paul; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Saint Paul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Saint Paul. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this Saint Paul to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Saint Paul to San Francisco was viewed by 47 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco?

    Departing from Saint Paul to San Francisco will take you 4h 17m. The distance between Saint Paul and San Francisco is about 1585 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Saint Paul 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 $124, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to San Francisco on time: WestJet (100%), Air France (94%), Korean Air (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Saint Paul to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Saint Paul to San Francisco is $89. On average you can expect to pay $812. The most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $171.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to San Francisco?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco (average of $59). Flying from Saint Paul to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 Saint Paul to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Saint Paul 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$156Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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