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$68+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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MSP — SMF
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe

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Round-trip from

$186
(Frontier)

One-way from

$68
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$391
From Minneapolis St Paul to South Lake Tahoe
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 11/76:00 amMSP - RNO
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Sun 11/97:19 pmRNO - MSP
2 stops12h 01mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/75:40 amMSP - RNO
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Tue 10/145:30 amRNO - MSP
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:00 amMSP - RNO
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 10/2112:00 pmRNO - MSP
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/9$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1211:40 amMSP - RNO
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sun 11/165:40 amRNO - MSP
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/287:00 amMSP - RNO
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Thu 10/306:00 amRNO - MSP
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/10$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2811:24 amMSP - RNO
2 stops9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/306:00 amRNO - MSP
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$202
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/36:45 amMSP - RNO
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Mon 10/611:59 amRNO - MSP
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/225:40 amMSP - RNO
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Sun 10/266:05 amRNO - MSP
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$205
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:00 amMSP - RNO
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Sat 10/256:00 amRNO - MSP
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/9$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/185:55 amMSP - RNO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Sat 10/255:15 amRNO - MSP
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/31:50 pmMSP - RNO
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Thu 11/61:00 pmRNO - MSP
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/182:46 pmMSP - RNO
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/259:48 amRNO - MSP
2 stops12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$212

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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South Lake Tahoe

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MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/7

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop7h 06m

Reno

Sun 11/9

7:19 pm-9:20 am

2 stops12h 01m

$186

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/7

7:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Reno

Tue 10/14

5:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$189

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 11/12

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Reno

Sun 11/16

5:40 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$194

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

Reno

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$197

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/6

10:15 am-11:06 am

1 stop26h 51m

Reno

Sun 11/9

8:50 pm-9:20 am

2 stops10h 30m

$207

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/18

5:55 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 00m

Reno

Sat 10/25

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$209

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/3

1:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Reno

Thu 11/6

1:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$210

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/28

2:52 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Reno

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$214

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/22

1:17 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Reno

Sun 10/26

6:02 am-12:04 am

1 stop16h 02m

$216

MinneapolisReno

MSP - RNO

MSPRNO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/6

1:32 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Reno

Sun 11/9

6:02 am-12:04 am

1 stop16h 02m

$216

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to SL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Lake Tahoe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Lake Tahoe. 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 South Lake Tahoe. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe, 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
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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 from for flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

    If you book a flight to South Lake Tahoe from Minneapolis, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul, which is the city’s only airport. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is located 7.3 mi from the center of Minneapolis. There are 0 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to South Lake Tahoe per day from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

    Departing from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe will take you 5h 20m. There are 1402 mi between Minneapolis and South Lake Tahoe. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe consider choosing Delta (85%), KLM (78%) or Korean Air (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

    The cheapest flight price from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe is $348. On average you can expect to pay $629. The most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Reno), can usually be booked for $151.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to South Lake Tahoe. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$119Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$119Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$129Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$150Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$220Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$239Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$258Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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