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$89+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Saint Paul, MN

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SFO — MSP
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$211
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$299
From San Francisco to Saint Paul
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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 July 29, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2310:29 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/298:48 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$211
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:18 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Sun 9/282:36 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/26$214
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:34 amSFO - MSP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Wed 8/278:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop16h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$225
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.
Fri 8/2212:40 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mDelta
Sun 8/3111:18 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/29$259
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Wed 9/106:00 amSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/175:00 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$265

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul that are best for you.

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SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

10:29 pm-11:27 am

1 stop10h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/29

8:48 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$211

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

6:18 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

2:36 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$214

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

10:29 pm-11:27 am

1 stop10h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$225

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

6:22 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/24

9:49 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$259

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/17

5:00 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$265

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

6:12 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$89

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

7:10 am-8:46 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$108

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

5:45 am-11:20 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$118

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

8:48 am-12:01 am

2 stops13h 13m

$140

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

5:45 am-5:20 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$150

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

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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 July 25, 2025.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 July 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul as you normally would.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Saint Paul flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SA1 are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 San Francisco 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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

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. 7 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 16 outbound flights to Saint Paul per day.

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

    The San Francisco to Saint Paul flight path was viewed by 58 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 San Francisco to Saint Paul one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $108 and $140 on Frontier and Alaska 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: Asiana Airlines (100%), China Southern (100%), SkyWest Airlines (91%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Saint Paul is $89. On average you can expect to pay $762. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $175.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Saint Paul

Discover the top 7 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$109Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$207Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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