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$103+ 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MSP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Saint Paul flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$222
(Frontier)

One-way from

$103
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$439
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 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.
Mon 9/2212:06 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 9/296:45 amMSP - SMF
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$222
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/912:21 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Sun 10/126:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$231
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 10/2412:11 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Mon 10/276:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$234
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.
Thu 10/1612:21 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Thu 10/236:00 amMSP - SMF
2 stops13h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$237
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:21 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Mon 10/276:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$238
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/233:19 pmSMF - MSP
2 stops15h 46mFrontier
Thu 10/306:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$239
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.
Tue 10/213:10 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Tue 10/283:45 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$244
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:06 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 50mFrontier
Thu 10/96:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$249
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:17 amSMF - MSP
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Mon 11/36:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$250
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/241:26 pmSMF - MSP
2 stops8h 27mFrontier
Thu 10/306:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$251
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/159:10 amSMF - MSP
2 stops13h 04mFrontier
Sun 11/166:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$252
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/412:36 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop6h 16mFrontier
Mon 12/86:45 amMSP - SMF
1 stop6h 56mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$255

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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 September 11, 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

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Saint Paul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

12:21 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/29

7:50 am-5:31 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$249

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/6

12:21 pm-10:34 am

2 stops20h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/9

12:49 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$256

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

2:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/28

3:20 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$300

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

3:19 pm-9:05 am

2 stops15h 46m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/27

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 26m

$309

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

6:30 am-5:12 am

1 stop20h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/28

11:00 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$343

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

6:30 am-11:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/29

10:05 pm-10:37 am

1 stop14h 32m

$349

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

4:39 pm-5:12 am

1 stop10h 33m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 10/26

10:05 pm-10:37 am

1 stop14h 32m

$351

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

11:21 am-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/30

10:05 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop16h 22m

$351

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/24

6:30 am-5:12 am

1 stop20h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/28

8:50 am-9:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$351

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

2:56 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops19h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/11

1:32 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$353

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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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 73 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 September 11, 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 September 7, 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to SA1 are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul, 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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 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 6 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.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul can take about 7h. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $300. Sacramento and Saint Paul are separated by a distance of 1514 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 (99%), Korean Air (98%) or KLM (95%) 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 $849, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $244 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Saint Paul

Discover the top 6 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$306Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$359Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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