Los Angeles

$89+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles (MSP - LAX)

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — LAX
Mar 1 — Mar 81
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles are usually found in May or July, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 February 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$89
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$272 or less

Good one-way deal

$120 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Minneapolis St Paul-Los Angeles flights.
From Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles.

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 24, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/48:45 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/2211:40 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 3/46:00 amMSP - LAX
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
Tue 3/410:25 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 2/23$180
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Sat 4/53:54 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 10mSun Country Air
Mon 4/146:00 pmLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/23$185
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/45:30 amMSP - LAX
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/811:48 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop13h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/23$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 3/298:00 pmMSP - LAX
Nonstop4h 14mDelta
Tue 4/86:00 amLAX - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 2/24$279
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/77:59 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop14h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/137:00 amLAX - MSP
1 stop10h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/24$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Thu 4/177:05 amMSP - LAX
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/1912:58 amLAX - MSP
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/23$299

Find flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles 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 24, 2025.

Fly from

Minneapolis

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/4

8:45 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

11:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$179

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/4

6:00 am-8:34 am

1 stop28h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

6:15 am-12:35 am

1 stop16h 20m

$180

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/5

3:54 pm-6:04 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

6:00 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$185

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/4

5:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

11:48 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$187

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 3/29

8:00 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-11:36 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$279

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/27

3:02 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

3:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$298

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/17

7:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/19

12:58 am-9:52 am

1 stop6h 54m

$299

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/12

8:54 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$89

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/21

5:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$92

MinneapolisLos Angeles

MSP - LAX

MSPLAX

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/18

10:55 am-3:01 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$100

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/23

Showing 1-10 of 15 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to Los Angeles in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your Minneapolis to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
Sun Country Air

Sun Country's priority boarding streamlines travel, reducing airport stress.


Sun Country offers free entertainment streamed to your device, enhancing in-flight enjoyment.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members, enhancing productivity during flights.


Delta Comfort Plus provides extra legroom and early boarding, ideal for added comfort.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
Airports
MSP

Expect efficient security lanes at MSP, but peak times can see waits up to an hour. Check live wait estimates online to choose the shortest line.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
LAX

For ground transportation, use the LAX-it shuttle for rideshares. Look for green signs to catch the free bus to the LAX-it station.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on Sun Country Air

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

Read more
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Read more
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Read more
Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Read more

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 24, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. 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 24, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (17 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 Los Angeles by month

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

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

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated February 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    Booking a flight from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Los Angeles (LAX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. On a typical day, there are 14 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles, all of which are around 3h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $180, Frontier will fly you from Minneapolis to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $185 and $187, respectively. Frontier is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles are Sun Country Air ($89), Spirit Airlines ($92), and Frontier ($100).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    Consider WestJet (100%), KLM (92%) or Air France (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles is generally $607, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $87. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $146 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $47.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

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

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Minneapolis?

Book flights to Minneapolis if you plan to visit one of these locations
Stanton
San Fernando
San Gabriel
Downey
Universal City
Buena Park
Hemet
Oceanside
Santa Clarita
Inglewood
Avalon
Rowland Heights
Moreno Valley
Encinitas
Garden Grove
Palmdale
El Segundo
Carson
Lake Forest
Lancaster

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Minneapolis to Los Angeles

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$96Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$161Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.