$65 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Minneapolis (MSP)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)

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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $65 for one-way flights and $130 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$130 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $130 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$140 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $140 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$150 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $150 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$160 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $160 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 18
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$162 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $162 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $167 found 3 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 11
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$193 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $193 found 14 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$269 Roundtrip, just found
$269
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $269 just found
United
Tue, Jan 27 - Sun, Feb 1
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$269 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $269 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$273 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $273 found 13 hours ago

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

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $297 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Minneapolis

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

Select flight to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. MSP. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $150
MSP
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $150
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Minneapolis (MSP)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
1586 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 15 mins

San Francisco to Minneapolis Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Minneapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $65 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $65 or cheap return flight from $130 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from SFO to MSP. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
You can choose from 3 airlines that fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP). Including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines
  • Sun Country Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) can vary based on when you want to travel. Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines are just some well-known options offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right SFO to MSP flight that fits your budget.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Every day, an average of 4 direct flights operate from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP). Select the departure date that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
More people fly between SFO and MSP at 3 PM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to MSP?
Jet off on a Thursday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 6:15AM UTC-8, departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be flying for about 3h 43m, touching down at Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) at approximately 11:58AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The average flight time from SFO to MSP is 3 hours and 43 minutes, covering a distance of 1,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to MSP?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 85%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Opt for a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 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 Minneapolis - St. Paul from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) is the only airport in Minneapolis - St. Paul with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from SFO to MSP often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to MSP flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SFO to MSP flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
If you booked your SFO to MSP flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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