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$41+ Cheap flights from California to Minneapolis (MSP)

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LAX — MSP
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 30, 2025.

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Average price

$302

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$184 or less

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Cheapest flights from California to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1212:59 amONT - MSP
1 stop20h 29mFrontier
Wed 2/1912:12 pmMSP - ONT
1 stop23h 19mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/273:34 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Sun 3/26:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop8h 27mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/214:03 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Wed 2/266:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2012:14 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Mon 2/246:00 amMSP - PSP
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2212:30 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Tue 2/256:00 amMSP - SNA
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/143:38 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Sun 2/165:09 pmMSP - LAS
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$150
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1212:59 amLAS - MSP
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/174:37 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$151
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/512:59 amONT - MSP
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/105:20 pmMSP - ONT
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$152
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Thu 2/66:38 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 17mSun Country Air
Sun 2/94:00 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/30$155
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Fri 2/1411:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 09mSun Country Air
Sun 2/169:15 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 30mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/28$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/106:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/222:00 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$163
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Wed 2/1912:48 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Fri 2/286:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 1/28$170

Find flights from California to Minneapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Minneapolis 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 January 30, 2025.

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OntarioMinneapolis

ONT - MSP

ONTMSP

Ontario

Wed 2/12

12:59 am-11:28 pm

1 stop20h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/19

12:12 pm-9:31 am

1 stop23h 19m

$110

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/27

3:34 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/2

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$130

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Fri 2/21

4:03 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$130

Palm SpringsMinneapolis

PSP - MSP

PSPMSP

Palm Springs

Thu 2/20

12:14 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop6h 47m

$130

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/22

12:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$130

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/14

3:38 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/16

5:09 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$150

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/12

12:59 am-11:28 pm

1 stop20h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/17

4:37 pm-6:04 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$151

OntarioMinneapolis

ONT - MSP

ONTMSP

Ontario

Wed 3/5

12:59 am-11:28 pm

1 stop20h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/10

5:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop8h 49m

$152

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/14

11:59 pm-5:08 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/17

4:37 pm-6:04 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$155

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 4/10

6:25 am-4:28 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/22

2:00 pm-3:51 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$163

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Best time to book a flight from California to Minneapolis

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Travel insights for flights from California to Minneapolis

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from California to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 CA to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Minneapolis. 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 30, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MSP are scheduled on a Wednesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, 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 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Minneapolis, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
4,587 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
8,456 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
8,918 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
4,587 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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 California to Minneapolis. 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 into for flights to Minneapolis from California?

    Located just 7.3 mi from the city center, Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Minneapolis from California.

  • How popular is this California to Minneapolis flight route?

    Flights from California to Minneapolis St Paul have been viewed 152 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $41. Users have also found prices from $79 and $89 on Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Minneapolis consider Los Angeles - Minneapolis St Paul, San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul or Ontario - Minneapolis St Paul as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Minneapolis consider choosing ITA Airways (98%), Virgin Atlantic (95%) or KLM (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Minneapolis is $99. On average you can expect to pay $872. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $140.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from California to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 California to Minneapolis

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Minneapolis. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$82Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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