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$38+ Cheap flights from California to Minnesota

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LAX — MSP
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from California to Minnesota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Minnesota flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$38
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
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From California to Minnesota
One-way flight from California to Minnesota
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from California to Minnesota
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2512:59 amONT - MSP
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Wed 3/512:19 pmMSP - ONT
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:19 pmSNA - MSP
1 stop10h 14mFrontier
Wed 5/216:00 amMSP - SNA
1 stop7h 28mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/109:49 pmLAS - MSP
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/139:15 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$153
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Wed 3/126:50 pmLAS - MSP
Nonstop3h 05mSun Country Air
Sun 3/169:15 pmMSP - LAS
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/20$155
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:59 amLAS - MSP
1 stop20h 34mFrontier
Sun 4/136:00 amMSP - LAS
1 stop19h 52mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/116:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/183:20 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$169
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Thu 6/125:50 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
Sun 6/152:48 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/20$175
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Mon 3/106:40 pmPSP - MSP
Nonstop3h 15mSun Country Air
Thu 3/133:47 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/20$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/212:04 pmPSP - MSP
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/53:18 pmMSP - PSP
Nonstop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2610:35 amLAX - MSP
1 stop12h 05mFrontier
Wed 5/288:33 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:55 amSAN - MSP
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Sun 4/66:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/1910:35 pmLAX - MSP
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/244:27 pmMSP - LAX
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$182

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Minnesota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioMinneapolis

ONT - MSP

ONTMSP

Ontario

Wed 4/9

12:59 am-11:33 pm

1 stop20h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$120

Santa AnaMinneapolis

SNA - MSP

SNAMSP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/16

12:19 pm-12:33 am

1 stop10h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop7h 28m

$150

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/10

9:49 pm-10:05 am

1 stop10h 16m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/13

9:15 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$153

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/12

6:50 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/16

9:15 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$155

Las VegasMinneapolis

LAS - MSP

LASMSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/9

12:59 am-11:33 pm

1 stop20h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/13

6:00 am-11:52 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$160

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 3/11

6:25 am-11:28 pm

1 stop15h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/18

3:20 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$169

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Thu 6/12

5:50 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/15

2:48 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$175

Palm SpringsMinneapolis

PSP - MSP

PSPMSP

Palm Springs

Mon 3/10

6:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/13

3:47 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$175

Palm SpringsMinneapolis

PSP - MSP

PSPMSP

Palm Springs

Fri 5/2

12:04 pm-12:33 am

1 stop10h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

3:18 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$178

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

2:35 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/20

5:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$180

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Travel insights for flights from California to Minnesota

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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 February 20, 2025.

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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USMN are scheduled on a Thursday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Minnesota, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • How popular is this California to Minnesota flight route?

  • 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 $38. Spirit Airlines flights start at $85 while deals on Sun Country Air start at $88 one-way.

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

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    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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$82Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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