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$46+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to California

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MSP — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
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Round-trip from

$110
(Frontier)

One-way from

$46
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$299

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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:00 amMSP - ONT
1 stop5h 22mFrontier
Wed 4/2312:10 pmONT - MSP
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Wed 3/264:03 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:00 amMSP - SNA
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
Tue 4/1512:25 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop9h 08mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2612:12 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Thu 3/63:38 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$159
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/319:15 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/112:59 amLAS - MSP
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$161
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/138:30 amMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 24mSun Country Air
Tue 8/1910:56 amLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/20$168
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Wed 4/912:19 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$173
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:00 amMSP - PSP
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/206:44 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$174
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Wed 3/123:40 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 55mSun Country Air
Thu 3/206:44 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/19$175
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:20 amMSP - SAN
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/512:48 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$175
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/49:07 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 18mSun Country Air
Tue 4/151:35 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/18$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:00 amMSP - PSP
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Fri 4/1812:15 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$179

Find flights from Minneapolis to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Minneapolis

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Price

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/7

6:00 am-9:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

Ontario

Wed 4/23

12:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop10h 25m

$110

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

San Jose

Wed 3/26

4:03 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$130

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/15

12:25 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$130

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/26

12:12 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/6

3:38 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$159

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/31

9:15 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/1

12:59 am-11:28 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$161

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/27

5:47 am-7:34 am

Nonstop3h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/6

11:59 pm-5:04 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$170

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-12:14 am

1 stop20h 14m

San Diego

Wed 4/9

12:19 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$173

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP - PSP

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

Palm Springs

Thu 3/20

6:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$174

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP - PSP

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/12

3:40 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Palm Springs

Thu 3/20

6:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$175

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/4

11:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

San Diego

Wed 3/5

12:48 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$175

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Travel insights for flights from Minneapolis to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Minneapolis to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSP to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minneapolis to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Minneapolis to California. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to California?

    For a flight from Minneapolis to California, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is just 7.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to California flight route?

    The Minneapolis St Paul to California flight path was viewed by 144 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to California one-way?

    $46 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $78 and $90, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minneapolis to California?

    The most popular route from Minneapolis to California is Minneapolis St Paul - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Minneapolis St Paul - Los Angeles or Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to California are WestJet (100%), KLM (92%) and Air France (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to California is generally $899, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $122 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$90Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$187Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$224Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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