$93 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Minneapolis (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 $93 for one-way flights and $185 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$185 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $185 found 7 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$186 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $186 found 2 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $187 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 26
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$192 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $192 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 31
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$193 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $193 found 6 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 18
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$194 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $194 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 6
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $196 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$259 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $259 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 23
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$259 Roundtrip, just found
$259
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $259 just found
United
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Oct 6
SFO
San Francisco
MSP
Minneapolis
$259 Roundtrip, just found
$259
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from San Francisco to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $259 just found

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $187 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$185
Distance
1586 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 38 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 August. 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 $93 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.

 

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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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) start from $187. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Sun Country Airlines flight leaving SFO on July 14 2025 and touching down at MSP. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to MSP?
The cheapest flights from SFO to MSP are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
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 SFO to MSP?
Fly from SFO to MSP with Sun Country Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting at $94. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
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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