San José

$172+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San José (SJO)

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SJO
Apr 13 — Apr 201
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/17:59 pm
MSP
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SJO
1 stop15h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/812:19 pm
SJO
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MSP
2 stops55h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$476
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/76:18 am
MSP
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SJO
1 stop29h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/132:20 am
SJO
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MSP
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$479
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/137:48 am
MSP
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SJO
1 stop28h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:20 am
SJO
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MSP
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$489
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/114:09 pm
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop21h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:20 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$492
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/106:12 am
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop30h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/132:20 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$493
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/138:12 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops25h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/227:45 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/106:12 am
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop30h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:20 am
SJO
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MSP
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$500
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/207:18 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops26h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/242:20 am
SJO
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MSP
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$501
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/138:12 am
MSP
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SJO
2 stops25h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/2312:38 pm
SJO
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MSP
2 stops21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$503

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$476
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$172
(Travelocity)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$743
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Minneapolis St Paul-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Minneapolis St Paul to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to San José 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 March 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San José that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/24

8:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

9:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$655

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

12:53 am-11:59 pm

2 stops22h 06m

$657

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/6

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

12:35 am-5:58 pm

2 stops16h 23m

$665

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

12:53 am-11:59 pm

2 stops22h 06m

$665
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/10

8:20 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/17

9:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$695

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

12:53 am-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$749

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/12

9:57 am-8:21 am

2 stops23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/19

8:14 am-8:46 am

2 stops23h 32m

$797

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

12:53 am-5:58 pm

2 stops40h 05m

$812

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/30

8:20 pm-11:56 am

1 stop16h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

1:20 pm-9:07 am

1 stop18h 47m

$838

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/16

8:00 am-8:21 am

2 stops25h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

10:05 am-8:46 am

2 stops21h 41m

$887

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Compare providers for flights from Minneapolis to San José

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to San José in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San José. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San José is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San José (average of $308). Flying from Minneapolis to San José in October is currently the most expensive (average of $570). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated March 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San José, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to San José?

    Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from Minneapolis to San José in just under 11h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 50m. The distance between Minneapolis and San José is about 2468 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to San José round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to San José round-trip from $169. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $203, and Delta, from $322. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 75% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to San José one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $127 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $135 and United Airlines from $216 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Minneapolis to San José?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Miami?

    If you're on a layover in Miami and looking for things to do, consider visiting Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park, or Bayside Marketplace. Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace are located about 6.2 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Miami can rent a car from Miami for about $27 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Minneapolis to San José flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to San José 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 Minneapolis to San José?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San José (average of $308). Flying from Minneapolis to San José in October is currently the most expensive (average of $570). 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 Minneapolis to San José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to San José. 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 March 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Air CanadaCheapest$203Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$322Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$372Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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