San Francisco Bay Area

$78+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area

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MSP — SFO
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$294
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From Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/72:48 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Thu 8/145:50 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$155
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/308:45 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mSun Country Air
Sun 6/811:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/28$171
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/82:18 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/125:30 amOAK - MSP
1 stop21h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$183
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Sat 6/76:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/1311:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$188
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Wed 5/77:26 amMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/104:17 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 10/229:30 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 19mDelta
Thu 10/3012:40 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/28$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/277:25 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/412:43 amSFO - MSP
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/292:33 pmFAR - SFO
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Thu 6/56:37 amSFO - FAR
1 stop5h 12mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 6/56:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Sun 6/812:13 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/316:55 amMSP - OAK
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Mon 6/23:40 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/24:18 pmMSP - SJC
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/611:00 amSJC - MSP
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 6/46:10 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Sat 6/712:39 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/28$257

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/7

2:48 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Oakland

Thu 8/14

5:50 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$155

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/30

8:45 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$171

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/8

2:18 pm-4:21 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Oakland

Thu 6/12

5:30 am-5:06 am

1 stop21h 36m

$183

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/7

6:00 am-12:29 am

1 stop20h 29m

San Francisco

Fri 6/13

11:59 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$188

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/14

7:26 am-11:34 pm

1 stop18h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

6:35 am-11:29 am

1 stop26h 54m

$199

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/22

9:30 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

6:15 am-11:59 am

Nonstop3h 44m

$219

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/27

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

12:43 am-10:49 am

1 stop8h 06m

$229

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 5/29

2:33 pm-12:09 am

1 stop11h 36m

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

6:37 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$238

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/5

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

San Jose

Sun 6/8

12:13 pm-12:44 am

1 stop10h 31m

$238

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/31

6:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Oakland

Mon 6/2

3:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 MN to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    $78 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $93 and $119, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$370Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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