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$75+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Minneapolis (SJC - MSP)

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SJC — MSP
mar. 8 — mar. 151
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The best prices from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in January or December, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 marzo 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$358 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul.
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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. 4/24:03 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
mié. 4/96:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$150
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 4/162:04 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/232:45 pmMSP - SJC
2 stops21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$222
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 4/162:04 pmSJC - MSP
3 stops21h 36mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/232:45 pmMSP - SJC
2 stops21h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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. 4/166:15 amSJC - MSP
Nonstop3h 48mDelta
mié. 4/236:30 pmMSP - SJC
Nonstop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/2$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
jue. 4/108:10 amSJC - MSP
1 stop13h 49mAlaska Airlines
vie. 4/183:02 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop6h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 4/97:20 pmSJC - MSP
2 stops11h 22mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/196:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
jue. 4/1011:05 amSJC - MSP
1 stop10h 50mSouthwest
dom. 4/136:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
jue. 4/243:30 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
vie. 4/255:30 amMSP - SJC
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$399

Find flights from San Jose to Minneapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 marzo 3, 2025.

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San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

mié. 4/2

4:03 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 4/9

6:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$150

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

mié. 4/16

2:04 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 4/23

2:45 pm-10:12 am

2 stops21h 27m

$222

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

mié. 4/16

2:04 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops21h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 4/23

2:45 pm-10:12 am

2 stops21h 27m

$247

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

mié. 4/16

6:15 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 4/23

6:30 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$259

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

jue. 4/10

8:10 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 49m

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 4/18

3:02 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$279

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

mié. 4/9

7:20 pm-8:42 am

2 stops11h 22m

Minneapolis St Paul

sáb. 4/19

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop7h 24m

$284

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

jue. 4/10

11:05 am-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 4/13

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$383

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

jue. 4/24

3:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 4/25

5:30 am-11:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

$399

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

mié. 4/2

4:03 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$75

San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

lun. 5/12

12:53 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$98

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose 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 San Jose to Minneapolis in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 San Jose-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-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 San Jose-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 San Jose to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to Minneapolis

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Jose to Minneapolis is 59 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 San Jose to Minneapolis?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 marzo 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Minneapolis in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on March 2, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose 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 marzo 3, 2025.

The most flights from SJC to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 marzo 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Jose to Minneapolis by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Minneapolis?

    To fly from San Jose to Minneapolis, you need to book a flight from San Jose (SJC) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP). Nonstop flights to Minneapolis St Paul from San Jose take 3h 39m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from San Jose to Minneapolis St Paul offered by 8 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $150, Frontier will fly you from San Jose to Minneapolis and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $251 and $259, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $75. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose to Minneapolis for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Jose to Minneapolis?

    Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from San Jose, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (93%), Delta (92%), Virgin Atlantic( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Minneapolis?

    While on average a flight from San Jose to Minneapolis is generally $872, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $134. When looking at the most popular route, (San Jose - Minneapolis St Paul), you can expect to pay $180 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Minneapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose to Minneapolis?

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 marzo 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$123Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$125Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$357Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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