Saint Paul

$125+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Saint Paul, MN

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SFO — MSP
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Saint Paul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:05 pm
SFO
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MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/103:40 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop8h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2111:45 am
SFO
-
MSP
2 stops19h 20m
Frontier
Tue 2/2410:40 am
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop13h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/276:15 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Sun 3/19:50 am
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop31h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:15 am
SFO
-
MSP
2 stops11h 10m
Frontier
Fri 2/279:10 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop12h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$244
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/129:00 pm
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop18h 53m
Frontier
Sat 4/187:50 am
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop17h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$246
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:07 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 50m
Sun Country Air
Wed 4/152:54 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 13m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/25$247
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/259:06 am
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 40m
Sun Country Air
Thu 6/258:40 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 09m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/26$248
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/116:55 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop14h 04m
Frontier
Mon 2/168:09 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop27h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/208:48 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop13h 10m
Frontier
Sat 2/281:30 pm
MSP
-
SFO
2 stops12h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/56:15 am
SFO
-
MSP
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Sun 2/85:22 pm
MSP
-
SFO
1 stop9h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$256
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Fri 5/86:05 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Sun Country Air
Sun 5/102:55 pm
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 05m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/27$257
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1611:59 pm
SFO
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 37m
Sun Country Air
Sun 7/196:00 am
MSP
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 06m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/26$258

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Saint Paul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Saint Paul flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$238
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$125
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$376
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Saint Paul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sun 6/21

11:59 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop3h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/27

8:40 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$268

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

12:10 am-5:44 am

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/22

9:50 pm-12:02 am

Nonstop4h 12m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

8:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/17

5:12 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

10:35 am-4:17 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/3

5:40 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

12:40 am-6:21 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/18

3:55 pm-6:08 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

8:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/17

5:12 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

3:00 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/20

9:50 pm-12:02 am

Nonstop4h 12m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

6:05 am-11:48 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/28

7:20 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

12:40 am-6:22 am

Nonstop3h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/1

9:13 am-11:32 am

Nonstop4h 19m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

12:40 am-6:22 am

Nonstop3h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/26

9:30 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$269

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Saint Paul from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco to Saint Paul in February is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 SFO to SA1?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 28, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to Saint Paul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Saint Paul

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 28, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to SA1 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 January 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul. 6 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to Saint Paul per day.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Saint Paul flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Saint Paul in 3h 34m. Fly via Sun Country Air, Delta, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from San Francisco to Saint Paul is about 1585 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Saint Paul one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $69. Users have also found prices from $79 and $112 on Sun Country Air and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    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 San Francisco to Saint Paul on time: Air France (91%), United Airlines (89%), Virgin Australia (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Saint Paul is $109. On average you can expect to pay $833. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco to Saint Paul in February is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 San Francisco to Saint Paul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$145Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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