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$70+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — LAX
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$149
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$70
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$174 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:00 amMSP - ONT
1 stop19h 59mFrontier
Tue 4/2212:59 amONT - MSP
1 stop21h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$149
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 4/139:15 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 28mSun Country Air
Wed 4/166:35 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 16mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/31$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:50 amMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Thu 5/86:50 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:15 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/17:25 amLAS - MSP
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$170
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/163:18 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 44mSun Country Air
Mon 5/196:00 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 25mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/31$175
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/2710:00 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop3h 55mSun Country Air
Sun 6/111:59 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/30$178
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/49:10 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 35mDelta
Mon 5/512:40 amLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/30$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/257:03 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3011:47 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$180
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 amMSP - LAS
1 stop9h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/98:34 amLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 5/92:30 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1111:59 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$182
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/256:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/16:05 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/13:12 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mSun Country Air
Mon 5/56:05 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/29$185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to California that are best for you.

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Minnesota

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisOntario

MSP - ONT

MSPONT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 59m

Ontario

Tue 4/22

12:59 am-12:35 am

1 stop21h 36m

$149

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

4:12 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/9

8:34 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

$158

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

6:50 am-8:20 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/8

6:50 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$159

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/29

5:15 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/1

7:25 am-4:19 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$170

MinneapolisPalm Springs

MSP - PSP

MSPPSP

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/16

3:18 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Palm Springs

Mon 5/19

6:00 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$175

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/27

10:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

11:59 pm-5:41 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$178

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

9:10 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/5

12:40 am-5:47 am

Nonstop3h 07m

$179

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/25

2:09 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/29

11:47 pm-8:25 am

1 stop6h 38m

$180

MinneapolisLas Vegas

MSP - LAS

MSPLAS

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/11

11:59 pm-5:15 am

Nonstop3h 16m

$181

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/9

2:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

11:59 pm-5:41 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$182

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to California (average of $246). Flying from Minnesota to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 MN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 March 31, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minnesota to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,344 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Minnesota to California flight route?

    The Minnesota 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 Minnesota to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $70. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Minnesota to California for a low price.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to California (average of $246). Flying from Minnesota to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Minnesota to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$73Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$187Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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