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$83+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MSP
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
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 Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Saint Paul

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 December 15, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/3012:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop27h 47mFrontier
Wed 1/710:40 amMSP - SMF
1 stop28h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$305
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop27h 47mFrontier
Fri 1/29:46 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$333
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/3012:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:06 amMSP - SMF
2 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/3012:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:54 amMSP - SMF
1 stop11h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$392
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/3012:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Sat 1/36:45 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$393
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/3012:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Sun 1/47:34 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop18h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$423
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/316:16 pmSMF - MSP
2 stops22h 23mFrontier
Sun 1/47:34 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop18h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$454
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/1912:52 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Sat 12/206:45 amMSP - SMF
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$467
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sat 12/271:11 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Thu 1/17:34 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop18h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$473

Find 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 December 15, 2025.

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Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$585
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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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Saint Paul that are best for you.

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SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

12:03 pm-9:05 am

1 stop19h 02m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/8

5:22 pm-11:18 am

1 stop19h 56m

$200

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

3:49 pm-12:02 am

2 stops30h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

10:13 am-12:28 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$315

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

12:02 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$318

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/16

7:04 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/24

6:29 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$331

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/28

6:29 am-9:14 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$343

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/29

1:16 pm-1:56 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$344

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

12:02 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 00m

$83

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/16

6:07 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops27h 11m

$100

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/15

10:53 am-11:57 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$143

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

1:17 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Saint Paul from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 12, 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul (average of $98). Flying from Sacramento to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 December 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Saint Paul in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 55% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 13, 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 afternoons 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 December 15, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to SA1 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 December 15, 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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,080 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 4 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 2 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 19h 02m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $200. Sacramento and Saint Paul are separated by a distance of 1514 mi.

  • 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 $54. Users have also found prices from $127 and $129 on American 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 Korean Air (100%), KLM (98%) or Delta (98%) 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 $516, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $169. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $263 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Saint Paul (average of $98). Flying from Sacramento to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$312Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$320Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$359Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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