$101 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Minneapolis (MSP)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Minneapolis (SJC-MSP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $101 for one-way flights and $203 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 22
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$203 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $203 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 7
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$222 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$222
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $222 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$227 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $227 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 9
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$233 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $233 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 9
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$238 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $238 found 12 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 6
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$240 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $240 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$241 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $241 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$244 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $244 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$248 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $248 found 15 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
SJC
San Jose
MSP
Minneapolis
$355 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Jose to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $355 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Minneapolis (MSP)

December is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $696 per traveler.

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Select flight to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. MSP. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $359
MSP
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $359
Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Minneapolis (MSP)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$202
Distance
1572 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 38 mins

San Jose to Minneapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose to Minneapolis

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Jose to Minneapolis are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Jose to Minneapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Jose to Minneapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Jose to Minneapolis: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Jose to Minneapolis

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Jose to Minneapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $101 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Jose to Minneapolis flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Jose to Minneapolis airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $101 or cheap return flight from $203 from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The cheapest month to fly from SJC to MSP is September, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are usually when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
You can travel nonstop from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SJC to MSP, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on what's important to you, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
On average, there are 6 nonstop flights flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) every week. If you can't see one that fits your schedule, think about taking a flight with a layover. Customize your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more and choose the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
More people fly between SJC and MSP at 6 AM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to MSP?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the earliest flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) is at around 6:20AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll reach Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) at approximately 12:05PM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 3h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Typically, it takes 3 hours and 45 minutes to fly the 1,550 mi from SJC to MSP.
What airline has the least delays from SJC to MSP?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 92%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
To avoid potential delays on the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Minneapolis - St. Paul from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) is the only airport in Minneapolis - St. Paul with direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). Browse your options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SJC to MSP just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to MSP flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a SJC to MSP flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
If you reserved your SJC to MSP flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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