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$55+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis (SMF - MSP)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MSP
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in May or February, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

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May

Average price

$576
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/253:34 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop17h 25mFrontier
Mon 3/312:12 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop26h 15mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$120
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/11:18 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/56:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$205
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/254:20 pmSMF - MSP
3 stops28h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/36:00 amMSP - SMF
3 stops35h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$264
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/262:07 pmSMF - MSP
1 stop7h 52mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/37:00 amMSP - SMF
1 stop28h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$322
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.
Fri 2/217:42 amSMF - MSP
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/2512:10 pmMSP - SMF
2 stops12h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$385
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/45:00 amSMF - MSP
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Mon 4/712:10 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/146:10 amSMF - MSP
Nonstop3h 34mDelta
Sat 2/156:45 pmMSP - SMF
1 stop18h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/19$426
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/197:50 amSMF - MSP
2 stops13h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/224:56 pmMSP - SMF
2 stops18h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$464

Find flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.

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SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

3:34 pm-10:59 am

1 stop17h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/3

12:12 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$120

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/1

1:18 pm-5:15 am

1 stop13h 57m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 56m

$205

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

4:20 pm-10:54 pm

3 stops28h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-3:22 pm

3 stops35h 22m

$264

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/26

2:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/3

7:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop28h 15m

$322

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/21

7:42 am-6:07 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/25

12:10 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$385

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/4

5:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/8

3:20 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$417

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/14

6:10 am-11:44 am

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/15

6:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop18h 00m

$426

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/19

7:50 am-11:28 pm

2 stops13h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/22

4:56 pm-9:53 am

2 stops18h 57m

$464

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

3:34 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$55

SacramentoMinneapolis

SMF - MSP

SMFMSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

4:20 pm-10:54 pm

3 stops28h 34m

$133

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis

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 Sacramento to Minneapolis in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Sacramento-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Minneapolis 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 Sacramento-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Minneapolis

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Sacramento 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 SMF to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Minneapolis in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Minneapolis. 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 Sacramento to Minneapolis?

    You will need to book a flight from Sacramento Intl to Minneapolis St Paul if you want to fly from Sacramento to Minneapolis. At least 7 different airlines have flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Minneapolis from the Sacramento airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SMF to MSP to be around 3h 25m.

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

    Frontier, at $120, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Minneapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 77% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $55 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $133 and $141, respectively.

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

    Consider Delta (92%), KLM (90%) or Virgin Atlantic (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Minneapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Minneapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $156. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $200 on average our data indicates $797 when flying from Sacramento to Minneapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Sacramento 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 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Minneapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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