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$89+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Irvine, CA

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MSP — LAX
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Irvine are usually found in May or July, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Irvine

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Irvine (IR9). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$185
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

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Average price

$297
From Minneapolis St Paul to Irvine
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Irvine
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 2/1011:00 amMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 00mSun Country Air
Thu 2/205:55 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 30mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/20$188
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Fri 5/168:25 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2111:10 amLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$189
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Wed 2/56:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop12h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/61:41 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop7h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 1/249:42 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Sat 2/16:43 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop14h 08mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/226:35 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 10mDelta
Thu 3/276:00 amLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/20$269
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Tue 10/148:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop9h 32mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/231:40 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop8h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/97:05 amMSP - LAX
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/1212:59 amLAX - MSP
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$299
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Wed 2/263:35 pmMSP - LAX
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Tue 3/41:25 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$304

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Thu 2/20

5:07 pm-7:25 am

1 stop16h 18m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/24

2:35 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$184

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MSP - LAX

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Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/3

3:20 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

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Fri 2/7

6:40 pm-12:13 am

Nonstop3h 33m

$185

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MSP - LAX

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Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/11

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

11:43 pm-2:56 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$190

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MSP - LAX

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Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

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Wed 4/16

8:18 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$200

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 3/22

6:35 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-11:32 am

Nonstop3h 32m

$269

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MSP - LAX

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Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/10

10:06 am-7:22 pm

1 stop11h 16m

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Wed 2/12

12:59 am-11:21 am

1 stop8h 22m

$281

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MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/26

3:35 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops8h 10m

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1:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$304

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MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/9

8:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

12:52 pm-1:57 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$306

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/9

8:50 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$89

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/17

12:12 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$91

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Travel insights for flights from Minneapolis to Irvine

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Irvine. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to Irvine. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to Irvine 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Irvine. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Irvine flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Irvine. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to IR9 are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Irvine by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine 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 Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, 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 Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta from Minneapolis to Irvine by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,662 reviews

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8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) if they book a flight from Minneapolis to Irvine. On average, Minneapolis St Paul has 12 outbound flights to Irvine per day from 8 airlines. Minneapolis St Paul is conveniently located just 7.3 mi from Minneapolis’s city center.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Irvine flight route?

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $93 and $100 on Spirit Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minneapolis to Irvine consider choosing WestJet (100%), KLM (91%) or China Eastern (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Irvine?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to Irvine is generally $850, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $142 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Irvine 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 Irvine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Minneapolis to Irvine 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 Irvine

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$135Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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