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$79+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Francisco (SFO)

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SFO
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$79
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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From Minnesota to San Francisco
One-way flight from Minnesota to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/226:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/46:09 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 5/253:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mSun Country Air
Fri 5/3011:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 50mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/26$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/93:55 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 12mDelta
Tue 7/1512:40 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/27$219
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/256:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop20h 33mFrontier
Mon 4/288:59 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop25h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/45:30 amMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/88:40 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/31:52 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/312:47 amSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/197:00 amFAR - SFO
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Tue 4/296:30 amSFO - FAR
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/27$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:37 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Tue 8/1912:40 amSFO - FSD
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/27$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/112:23 pmFAR - SFO
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/312:47 amSFO - FAR
1 stop9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:10 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/209:49 amSFO - FSD
2 stops9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$274
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 amMSP - SFO
2 stops13h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/1310:33 amSFO - MSP
1 stop11h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/147:44 pmFAR - SFO
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Thu 4/246:00 amSFO - FAR
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$278

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota to San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/22

6:00 am-2:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

6:09 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$186

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/25

3:00 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

11:59 pm-5:49 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$189

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/17

9:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

12:47 am-6:30 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$219

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-12:33 am

1 stop20h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

8:59 pm-12:35 am

1 stop25h 36m

$220

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/19

7:20 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

10:46 pm-8:44 am

1 stop7h 58m

$229

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/24

3:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

6:40 am-11:58 pm

2 stops15h 18m

$257

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 4/19

7:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

6:30 am-5:02 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$269

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/15

7:37 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

12:40 am-9:52 am

1 stop7h 12m

$269

MinneapolisSan Francisco

MSP - SFO

MSPSFO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/17

5:38 am-2:55 pm

1 stop11h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

12:47 am-9:52 am

1 stop7h 05m

$271

FargoSan Francisco

FAR - SFO

FARSFO

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 5/1

12:23 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops10h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

12:47 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Francisco. 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

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

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minnesota to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Minnesota?

    For a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

    $79 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 Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $118 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minnesota to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco consider choosing China Eastern (100%), China Southern (100%) or Aeromexico (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minnesota to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco is generally $1,610, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $79. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $155 for that flight.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Minnesota to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 6 airlines flying from Minnesota to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota to San Francisco. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$143Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$217Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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