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$54+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to California

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MSP — LAX
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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$108
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One-way from

$54
(Frontier)
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:56 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop14h 03mFrontier
Wed 1/86:55 amSFO - MSP
1 stop14h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$150
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:27 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1310:29 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/243:20 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/26:31 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$174
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:56 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/166:12 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/247:56 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop5h 43mFrontier
Tue 1/73:38 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:56 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Wed 1/16:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop15h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:03 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Tue 12/3110:24 amLAX - MSP
1 stop5h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$190
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Tue 12/243:20 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Tue 12/316:25 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 23mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/17$195
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Tue 12/242:54 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mSun Country Air
Thu 1/166:12 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 34mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/16$195
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:45 amMSP - PSP
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Thu 1/26:31 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop22h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$198
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/314:27 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
Wed 1/111:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 07mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/17$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:07 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3110:24 amLAX - MSP
1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$213

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 December 18, 2024.

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MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/10

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Ontario

Tue 2/11

12:59 am-10:59 am

1 stop8h 00m

$108

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/6

3:27 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

9:51 pm-10:04 am

1 stop10h 13m

$147

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/7

6:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

9:51 pm-10:04 am

1 stop10h 13m

$148

MinneapolisSanta Ana

MSP - SNA

MSPSNA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/7

6:00 am-9:57 am

1 stop5h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/12

12:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$148

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Wed 2/26

12:48 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$151

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-10:58 am

1 stop6h 58m

San Diego

Mon 1/13

6:08 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$153

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/6

7:47 am-9:25 am

Nonstop3h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/9

6:41 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$155

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP - PSP

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/12

4:00 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Palm Springs

Wed 1/15

4:41 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

$155

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/13

2:40 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 1/16

6:12 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

$155

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP - PSP

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop14h 16m

Palm Springs

Thu 1/30

6:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

$156

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $240). Flying from Minneapolis to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.

The most flights from MSP to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Delta and Alaska Airlines 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
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 150 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?

    $54 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 $68 and $101, 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 ITA Airways (94%), Aeromexico (93%) and Korean Air (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to California?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to California is generally $1,223, 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 $128 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to California?

    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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to California (average of $240). Flying from Minneapolis to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$90Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$197Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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