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$112+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Saint Paul, MN

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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MSP
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Saint Paul are usually found in April or February, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Saint Paul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Saint Paul flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$367
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$112
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$459
From Sacramento Intl to Saint Paul
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Saint Paul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/122:58 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop7h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/175:00 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop6h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 8/297:27 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop16h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/27:41 amMSP - SMF
1 stop13h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$368
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/87:26 pmSMF - MSP
2 stops16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/168:30 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$370
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:30 amSMF - MSP
3 stops23h 56mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/85:15 amMSP - SMF
3 stops29h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/26$371
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 9/57:05 pmSMF - MSP
2 stops17h 12mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/85:00 pmMSP - SMF
2 stops17h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/246:30 amSMF - MSP
2 stops13h 45mDelta
Thu 10/29:59 amMSP - SMF
1 stop15h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/29$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/213:20 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Sat 8/236:35 amMSP - SMF
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$402

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Fly to

Saint Paul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/12

2:58 pm-12:01 am

1 stop7h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/17

5:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$367

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/29

7:27 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/2

7:41 am-6:42 pm

1 stop13h 01m

$368

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/8

7:26 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops16h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/16

8:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$370

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/4

6:30 am-8:26 am

3 stops23h 56m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/8

5:15 am-8:38 am

3 stops29h 23m

$371

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/5

7:05 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops17h 12m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/8

5:00 pm-8:36 am

2 stops17h 36m

$374

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

6:30 am-10:15 pm

2 stops13h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/2

9:59 am-11:16 pm

1 stop15h 17m

$379

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/21

3:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/23

6:35 am-12:30 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$402

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/26

6:30 am-11:07 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$112

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/19

12:06 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$118

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/18

8:25 pm-9:28 pm

3 stops23h 03m

$131

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 10 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul. 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 Sacramento to Saint Paul?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from Sacramento to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 SMF to SA1?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Saint Paul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Saint Paul, 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 Sacramento to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Saint Paul flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Saint Paul

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Saint Paul. 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to SA1 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Saint Paul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. 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 Saint Paul. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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 from for flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Saint Paul from Sacramento. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Saint Paul should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily outbound flights to Saint Paul from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Saint Paul flight route?

    This flight path from Sacramento Intl to Saint Paul was viewed by 1 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 Sacramento to Saint Paul one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $118. Users have also found prices from $131 and $147 on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul consider choosing Air France (98%), Korean Air (97%) or Delta (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul is generally $589, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $143. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $210 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Saint Paul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Saint Paul 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 Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from Sacramento to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Sacramento to Saint Paul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$104Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$297Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$359Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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