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$97+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana (MSP - SNA)

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SNA
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in January or July, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$97
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$509

Good round-trip deal

$499 or less

Good one-way deal

$398 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/288:22 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop17h 08mFrontier
Thu 5/112:14 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$241
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/28:36 amMSP - SNA
2 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/74:27 pmSNA - MSP
2 stops28h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$243
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/22:30 pmMSP - SNA
3 stops32h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/76:45 amSNA - MSP
3 stops28h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$380
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/34:50 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop7h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/83:02 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop6h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$390
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.
Wed 7/26:00 amMSP - SNA
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Tue 7/810:35 amSNA - MSP
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$391
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/182:14 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/2212:50 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$434
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/251:48 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/286:50 amSNA - MSP
1 stop15h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$468
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/611:00 amMSP - SNA
Nonstop4h 00mDelta
Tue 6/108:00 amSNA - MSP
Nonstop3h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/28$499

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana 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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Santa Ana

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Price

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/2

8:36 am-3:32 pm

2 stops32h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/7

4:27 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops28h 21m

$243

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop7h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

12:14 pm-12:28 am

1 stop10h 14m

$248

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/2

2:30 pm-9:17 pm

3 stops32h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/7

6:45 am-1:28 pm

3 stops28h 43m

$380

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/3

4:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

3:02 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$390

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/2

6:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

10:35 am-8:25 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$391

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/18

2:14 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/22

12:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$434

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/25

1:48 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/28

6:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$468

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/6

11:00 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/10

8:00 am-1:42 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$499

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/14

7:26 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 45m

$97

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/14

3:54 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$100

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Compare providers for flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana

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 Santa Ana in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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-Santa Ana flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Santa Ana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Santa Ana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Santa Ana flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Ana from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana is 52 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 Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Minneapolis to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 MSP to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to Santa Ana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 73% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Santa Ana

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. 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 29, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to SNA are scheduled on a Friday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip to Santa Ana by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Ana ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip to Santa Ana by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Ana, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Santa Ana, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

    You will need to book a flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty if you want to fly from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. At least 7 different airlines have flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Santa Ana from the Minneapolis airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MSP to SNA to be around 3h 53m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Santa Ana round-trip?

    Frontier, at $241, was found to be the cheapest airline from Minneapolis to Santa Ana.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Frontier is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to Santa Ana one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $97. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Minneapolis to Santa Ana for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

    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 Minneapolis to Santa Ana on time: Virgin Atlantic (82%), Air France (79%), Delta (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Santa Ana? While on average our users pay $499, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $398. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $211.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Minneapolis to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Santa Ana

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Santa Ana. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$174Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$388Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$409Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$487Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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