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$79+ 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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Round-trip from

$171
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One-way from

$79
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$294
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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Saint Paul to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/308:45 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mSun Country Air
Sun 6/811:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/28$171
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/76:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1511:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$188
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/77:26 amMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/104:17 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/69:45 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 06mDelta
Sun 6/1512:52 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/29$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:25 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/412:43 amSFO - MSP
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/65:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/912:45 amSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$239
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/218:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop9h 52mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/222:40 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/208:30 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Tue 6/245:25 amSFO - MSP
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$264

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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 April 30, 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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MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/30

8:45 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$171

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/7

6:00 am-12:29 am

1 stop20h 29m

San Francisco

Fri 6/13

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-2:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

4:17 pm-12:28 am

1 stop6h 11m

$196

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/6

9:45 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

12:52 am-6:25 am

Nonstop3h 33m

$219

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/27

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

12:43 am-10:49 am

1 stop8h 06m

$229

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/6

5:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

12:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 50m

$239

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/21

8:00 am-3:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

2:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$258

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/20

8:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

5:10 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$264

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/2

3:12 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$79

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/30

12:29 pm-12:09 am

1 stop13h 40m

$92

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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 April 25, 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 37 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Saint Paul to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 April 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Saint Paul to San Francisco as you normally would.

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 Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons 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 April 30, 2025.

The most flights from SA1 to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Saint Paul to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 11 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 31 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $79 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 Southwest, with prices starting from $91 and $120, 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: LATAM Airlines (96%), Aeromexico (95%), Virgin Australia (87%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Saint Paul to San Francisco is $79. On average you can expect to pay $1,014. The most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $153.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Saint Paul to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$150Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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