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$54+ 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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — MSP
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in August or April, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$128
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$647
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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 December 21, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/309:15 amSNA - MSP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Sun 1/196:00 amMSP - SNA
1 stop5h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$403
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/277:51 pmSNA - MSP
2 stops26h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/19:15 pmMSP - SNA
1 stop12h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$439
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/306:45 amSNA - MSP
1 stop8h 38mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/128:00 amMSP - SNA
2 stops16h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$721
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:00 amSNA - MSP
Nonstop3h 47mDelta
Mon 12/306:40 pmMSP - SNA
Nonstop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/20$799
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/272:10 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/307:02 amMSP - SNA
1 stop9h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$818
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/2712:21 pmSNA - MSP
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/306:30 amMSP - SNA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$823

Find flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis within your budget

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 December 21, 2024.

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Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/30

10:47 am-11:08 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$128

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/30

10:47 am-11:08 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/4

8:00 am-4:44 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$227

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/18

2:46 pm-10:54 pm

3 stops30h 08m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/23

5:07 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$305

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/24

7:00 am-11:58 pm

2 stops14h 58m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/26

4:25 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$358

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/20

4:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/21

3:10 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$372

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/1

7:00 am-3:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/7

5:00 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$411

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/1

8:00 am-1:38 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/15

6:35 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$519

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 3/14

7:55 am-9:30 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/19

6:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$561

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

2:08 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$54

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/15

3:05 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$104

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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 December.
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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis

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

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 December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Minneapolis is 33 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 December 21, 2024.

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 50% versus a flight in the morning.

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 December 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Delta and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,814 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,540 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,597 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,035 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,814 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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 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 3 daily flights to Minneapolis from 7 different airlines. 3h 38m 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 $128. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $305, and Alaska Airlines, from $358. Frontier is currently priced 77% 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 ($54), American Airlines ($104), and Spirit Airlines ($141).

  • 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 Delta (84%), Virgin Atlantic (83%) and Air France (83%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $176. While the most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $231 on average our data indicates $520 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 December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$178Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$402Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$405Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$418Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$536Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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