$113 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Minneapolis (MSP)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis (SMF-MSP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $113 for one-way flights and $225 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$225 Roundtrip, just found
$225
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $225 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 8
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$235 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $235 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Sat, Aug 30
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$235 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $235 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 7
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$245 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $245 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$245 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $245 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$253 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $253 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 14
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$256 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $256 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$279 Roundtrip, just found
$279
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $279 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$318 Roundtrip, just found
$318
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $318 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
SMF
Sacramento
MSP
Minneapolis
$323 Roundtrip, just found
$323
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Sacramento to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $323 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Minneapolis (MSP)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $136 - $404 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Minneapolis (MSP)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$225
Distance
1514 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 26 mins

Sacramento to Minneapolis Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Minneapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Minneapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $113 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) cost?
You can land cheap return tickets from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) starting from $439. Book a seat and be on your way. 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 Delta flight leaving SMF on July 29 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 SMF to MSP?
The cheapest flights from SMF 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Take a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and head straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to MSP?
With prices as low as $369 for a one-way flight from SMF to MSP, Delta is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on September 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
On average, Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) only has 1 nonstop flight to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) daily. To explore more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your travel details, then click on "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
More passengers fly between SMF and MSP at 6 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to MSP?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The earliest flight departing from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is at around 6:10AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll touch down at Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) at approximately 11:44AM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 3h 34m.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The average flight time from SMF to MSP is 3 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of 1,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to MSP?
With 88% of journeys usually arriving on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Book a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) is the only airport in Minneapolis - St. Paul with direct flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Check out the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from SMF to MSP often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel schedule open to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to MSP flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SMF to MSP flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
If you booked your SMF 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 fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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