$85 Cheap Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Today's featured flight deals from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

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Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $85 for one-way flights and $169 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$169 Roundtrip, just found
$169
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $169 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$178 Roundtrip, just found
$178
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $178 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 25
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$182 Roundtrip, just found
$182
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $182 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 13
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $187 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 13
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$187 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $187 found 4 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 27
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $188 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $191 just found
Delta
Fri, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 8
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$254 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $254 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 31
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$259 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $259 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$259 Roundtrip, just found
$259
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $259 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $216 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $583
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $583
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $473
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $473
Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$169
Distance
1586 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 7 mins

Minneapolis to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco

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 Minneapolis to San Francisco are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco: 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 Minneapolis to San Francisco

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 Minneapolis to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $85 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 Minneapolis to San Francisco 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 Minneapolis to San Francisco 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 Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $85 or cheap return flight from $169 from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The cheapest month to fly from MSP to SFO is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are typically when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Fly straight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). 3 airlines offer direct routes from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines
  • Sun Country Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
While prices can change depending on your travel dates, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your MSP to SFO flight.
How many flights per day from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Every day on average, 4 nonstop flights take off from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Choose the departure that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 7 PM departures from MSP to SFO are the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSP to SFO?
If you fly on a Thursday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)'s earliest flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at approximately 9:05AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 4h 27m, you'll touch down at around 11:32AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from MSP to SFO have an average travel time of 4 hours and 29 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSP to SFO?
Sun Country Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you leave and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 San Francisco from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
You can touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) or Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) when traveling to San Francisco on a direct flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MSP to SFO just before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MSP to SFO flight and hotel package?
Opting for a MSP to SFO flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Generally, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your MSP to SFO flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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