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$111+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis (SNA - 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — MSP
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in October or August, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$111
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$692

Good round-trip deal

$453 or less

Good one-way deal

$246 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Minneapolis St Paul.
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/213:21 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/288:07 amMSP - SNA
1 stop27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$229
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1212:25 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop9h 03mFrontier
Sat 4/196:00 amMSP - SNA
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$261
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/223:09 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop6h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/297:00 amMSP - SNA
2 stops12h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$297
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/233:11 pmSNA - MSP
3 stops20h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/252:45 pmMSP - SNA
2 stops20h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$307
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:25 pmSNA - MSP
2 stops10h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/75:30 amMSP - SNA
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$473
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/289:30 amSNA - MSP
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Sat 5/311:35 pmMSP - SNA
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$487
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/258:05 amSNA - MSP
Nonstop3h 43mDelta
Mon 5/56:25 pmMSP - SNA
Nonstop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/24$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/126:45 amSNA - MSP
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/193:17 pmMSP - SNA
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$528
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/312:55 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop7h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 11/21:55 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop8h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$536

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/21

3:21 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop24h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

8:07 am-9:45 am

1 stop27h 38m

$229

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/12

12:25 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 32m

$261

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/22

3:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-5:19 pm

2 stops12h 19m

$297

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

3:11 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops20h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/25

2:45 pm-9:35 am

2 stops20h 50m

$307

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/1

8:25 pm-8:58 am

2 stops10h 33m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/7

5:30 am-10:00 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$473

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/28

9:30 am-8:10 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/31

1:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$487

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/25

10:19 am-11:39 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/29

5:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 40m

$496

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/25

8:05 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$499

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/3

7:50 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop25h 37m

$111

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/15

12:14 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$149

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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 Santa Ana 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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Santa Ana-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Minneapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis is 80 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 Santa Ana to Minneapolis?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 March 25, 2025.

When flying from Santa Ana to Minneapolis, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 53% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from SNA to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 March 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Ana to Minneapolis to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Minneapolis?

    Minneapolis St Paul is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Minneapolis from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Booking flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights to Minneapolis from 7 different airlines. 3h 35m is how long a flight from Santa Ana to Minneapolis St Paul will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis round-trip from $261. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $297, and Spirit Airlines, from $307. Frontier is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Minneapolis are Frontier ($149), Spirit Airlines ($167), and Delta ($205).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Minneapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Ana to Minneapolis are Korean Air (100%), Aeromexico (100%) and Air France (97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $164. While the most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $229 on average our data indicates $581 when flying from Santa Ana to Minneapolis.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Minneapolis?

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$127Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$171Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$368Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$409Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$417Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$536Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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