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$53+ Cheap flights from California to Minnesota

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSP
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Minnesota

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Minnesota (USMN). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Minnesota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Minnesota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/54:08 pmONT - MSP
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Wed 12/116:00 amMSP - ONT
1 stop19h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$117
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/162:28 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Wed 12/185:45 amMSP - SJC
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1610:47 amSNA - MSP
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Thu 12/195:45 amMSP - SNA
1 stop12h 54mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$148
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:05 amSFO - MSP
1 stop14h 53mFrontier
Sun 12/811:51 amMSP - SFO
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$158
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 11/282:40 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 21mSun Country Air
Sat 11/302:34 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/20$158
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1211:59 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 06mSun Country Air
Sun 12/159:15 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/20$158
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/145:58 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/58:34 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$159
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/136:15 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/166:00 amMSP - LAS
1 stop7h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/175:32 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/251:02 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/176:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Tue 12/315:45 amMSP - SAN
1 stop20h 09mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2612:59 amLAS - MSP
1 stop21h 18mFrontier
Mon 12/96:00 amMSP - LAS
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$172
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/86:27 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1310:16 amMSP - PSP
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$174

Find flights from California to Minnesota within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Minnesota 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San JoseMinneapolis

SJC - MSP

SJCMSP

San Jose

Mon 1/13

1:11 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$108

OntarioMinneapolis

ONT - MSP

ONTMSP

Ontario

Thu 12/5

4:08 pm-9:16 am

1 stop15h 08m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 12/11

6:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop19h 44m

$117

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/9

10:47 am-11:04 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/12

6:00 am-9:57 am

1 stop5h 57m

$128

Palm SpringsMinneapolis

PSP - MSP

PSPMSP

Palm Springs

Sun 12/8

6:27 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 12/13

2:47 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$158

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/12

11:59 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop3h 06m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 12/15

9:15 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$158

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 1/1

6:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/5

8:34 pm-7:14 am

1 stop12h 40m

$158

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 12/14

5:58 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/5

8:34 pm-7:14 am

1 stop12h 40m

$159

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/13

6:15 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/16

6:00 am-11:02 am

1 stop7h 02m

$159

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

5:45 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/20

3:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$167

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 12/17

5:32 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/25

1:02 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$169

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Best time to book a flight from California to Minnesota

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Travel insights for flights from California to Minnesota

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Minnesota?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Minnesota (average of $247). Flying from California to Minnesota 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 CA to MN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Minnesota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Minnesota as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Minnesota

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Minnesota. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to USMN are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Minnesota by month

Plan your trip to Minnesota by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minnesota 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 Minnesota when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minnesota by month

Plan your trip to Minnesota by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minnesota, 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 Minnesota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minnesota. 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 Minnesota. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Minnesota, such as Spirit Airlines, Frontier and Sun Country Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Minnesota. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Minnesota flight route?

    Within the past month, 132 users have taken a look at flights from California to Minnesota.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Minnesota one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. Sun Country Air flights start at $69 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $82 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Minnesota that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Minnesota?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Minnesota?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Minnesota 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 California to Minnesota?

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Minnesota. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$88Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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