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$94+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Salinas, CA, CA

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MSP — SFO
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Salinas are usually found in May or August, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Salinas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Salinas (S9N). 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 enero 21, 2025.

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$180
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One-way from

$97
(Trip.com)

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$324
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
sáb. 2/86:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop20h 09mFrontier
vie. 2/148:10 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$180
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/292:27 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/48:56 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop25h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$183
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jue. 6/53:18 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mSun Country Air
jue. 6/1211:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/20$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 2/118:40 amMSP - SFO
1 stop13h 17mDelta
dom. 2/2312:40 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mDelta
Deal found 1/20$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/208:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
lun. 2/244:35 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$275
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/102:53 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 15mAlaska Airlines
mar. 2/2511:11 amSFO - MSP
2 stops10h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/2010:12 amMSP - SFO
1 stop11h 48mAmerican Airlines
mié. 2/2612:32 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/107:40 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
mié. 2/123:10 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$311

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MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

sáb. 2/8

6:00 am-12:09 am

1 stop20h 09m

San Francisco

vie. 2/14

8:10 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop25h 18m

$180

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 4/29

2:27 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

San Francisco

dom. 5/4

8:56 pm-12:33 am

1 stop25h 37m

$183

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 6/5

3:18 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

San Francisco

jue. 6/12

6:25 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

$195

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 2/11

8:40 am-7:57 pm

1 stop13h 17m

San Francisco

dom. 2/23

12:40 am-6:21 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$266

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

mar. 2/11

7:06 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

San Francisco

sáb. 2/15

2:25 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$279

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 2/10

2:53 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

mar. 2/25

11:11 am-11:13 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$281

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 2/20

6:58 pm-12:36 am

1 stop7h 38m

San Francisco

sáb. 2/22

12:32 am-1:39 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$289

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 2/10

7:40 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 05m

San Francisco

mié. 2/12

3:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$311

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 5/4

8:25 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 06m

$94

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

sáb. 2/1

5:30 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

$98

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Travel insights for flights from Minneapolis to Salinas

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to Salinas. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Minneapolis to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 MSP to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Salinas. 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 enero 21, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Minneapolis to Salinas have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to Salinas?

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salinas from Minneapolis St Paul; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Minneapolis airport to Salinas. It is only a 7.3 mi journey to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Minneapolis’s city center.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Salinas flight route?

    Within the past month, 26 users have taken a look at flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Salinas.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Salinas are Frontier ($97), Sun Country Air ($98), and Alaska Airlines ($137).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Salinas?

    Consider China Southern (100%), Air China (86%) or Korean Air (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to Salinas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $795 for a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $77 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco) is currently priced at $141.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to Salinas?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Salinas 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 Minneapolis to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Minneapolis to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Minneapolis to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to Salinas. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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