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$78+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis (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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MSP
abr. 22 — abr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$155
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One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

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March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$319
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
jue. 6/195:14 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
dom. 6/292:36 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$155
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 6/176:14 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 34mSun Country Air
mié. 6/258:45 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$155
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mié. 5/712:24 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop10h 09mFrontier
mié. 5/147:26 amMSP - SFO
1 stop18h 08mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$181
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
sáb. 5/246:15 amSFO - MSP
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/96:00 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$183
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
vie. 5/96:00 amSJC - MSP
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/124:18 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop19h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 5/1512:04 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop10h 24mFrontier
lun. 5/196:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
lun. 6/911:51 amOAK - MSP
1 stop9h 42mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/179:36 amMSP - OAK
1 stop13h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 7/1712:40 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mDelta
dom. 7/279:30 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/17$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 8/54:22 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 53mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/145:30 amMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$225
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mar. 5/202:31 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop7h 28mAlaska Airlines
vie. 5/304:54 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop8h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 5/144:55 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop5h 47mDelta
vie. 5/308:17 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/17$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 5/202:39 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 20mAlaska Airlines
mié. 5/282:17 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$263

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

jue. 6/19

5:14 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 6/29

2:36 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$155

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

mar. 6/17

6:14 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 6/25

8:45 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$155

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

mié. 5/7

6:35 am-12:33 am

1 stop15h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 5/13

7:00 am-2:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$181

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

sáb. 5/24

11:38 pm-3:36 pm

1 stop13h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 5/28

10:00 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$183

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

jue. 5/1

12:04 pm-12:33 am

1 stop10h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 5/5

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

$198

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

lun. 6/9

11:51 am-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 6/17

9:36 am-8:43 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$209

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

mié. 5/28

12:40 am-6:21 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 6/2

9:45 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

$219

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

mar. 5/13

12:10 am-10:18 am

1 stop8h 08m

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 6/3

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$229

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

mar. 5/20

2:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 5/30

4:54 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$239

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

vie. 5/16

12:24 am-9:56 am

1 stop7h 32m

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 5/19

2:09 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 abril 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 abril 17, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to MSP are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 abril 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    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 San Francisco Bay Area.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 69 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $78. Frontier flights start at $88 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $120 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis is San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul. You may also consider San Jose - Minneapolis St Paul or Oakland - Minneapolis St Paul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis consider choosing Air China (100%), Air France (95%) or Korean Air (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis is generally $709, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $79. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $155 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Minneapolis

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 abril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$232Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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