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$210+ 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SJO
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 27, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/199:58 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops25h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/2612:35 pm
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/228:12 pm
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop15h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/37:45 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops39h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/210:00 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/612:35 pm
SJO
-
MSP
1 stop30h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$416
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/2010:00 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops49h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/112:35 pm
SJO
-
MSP
1 stop21h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$424
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:00 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:22 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops25h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$425
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/2410:40 am
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/112:35 pm
SJO
-
MSP
1 stop21h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$426
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/18:17 pm
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop15h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/71:31 pm
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/18:17 pm
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop15h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/811:35 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops24h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/235:50 pm
MSP
-
SJO
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/112:35 pm
SJO
-
MSP
1 stop21h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$431
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/211:26 am
MSP
-
SJO
1 stop24h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/911:35 am
SJO
-
MSP
2 stops35h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$434

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to San José

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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$387
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$210
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$700
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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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San José that are best for you.

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MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/16

11:01 am-11:40 am

1 stop24h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/23

7:45 am-10:59 pm

2 stops39h 14m

$479

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/2

6:20 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/6

9:45 am-11:10 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$489

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/11

9:30 am-3:30 pm

2 stops30h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

12:35 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop30h 57m

$547

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 3/7

5:24 pm-3:06 pm

2 stops21h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

12:24 pm-11:10 am

2 stops21h 46m

$559

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/18

3:01 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops33h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

1:03 am-11:58 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$594

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/16

6:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops13h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

9:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$595

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/1

5:25 am-7:30 pm

2 stops14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

12:25 pm-1:10 am

2 stops12h 45m

$598

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/25

6:05 am-7:30 pm

2 stops13h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

1:50 pm-1:10 am

1 stop11h 20m

$624

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/30

5:11 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops31h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

12:55 am-11:58 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$630

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/15

8:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/30

9:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$635

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Deals found on 1/27

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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.
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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 January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San José is 48 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 January 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San José, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,209 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,201 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,666 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,387 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 18h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 22m. 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 $166. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $182, and Delta, from $336. Air Canada 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 $135 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $181 and Delta from $242 one-way.

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

    Minneapolis to San José flights have a layover in Miami most often.

  • 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 $32 per day.

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

    Minneapolis to San José flights have a layover in Dallas least often.

  • 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$166Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$182Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$372Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$529Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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