San Jose

$46+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Jose (MSP - SJC)

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SJC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Jose are usually found in September or November, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Jose (SJC). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

One-way from

$46
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$482

Good round-trip deal

$489 or less

Good one-way deal

$344 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-San Jose flight deals.
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From Minneapolis St Paul to San Jose
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Jose
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($24 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
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Jose.
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Wed 3/264:03 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/224:57 pmMSP - SJC
2 stops27h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/287:34 pmSJC - MSP
2 stops26h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$188
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/196:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/253:00 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$207
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/187:00 amMSP - SJC
1 stop28h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/2510:05 amSJC - MSP
1 stop11h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$242
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:14 pmMSP - SJC
Nonstop4h 09mDelta
Tue 4/86:15 amSJC - MSP
Nonstop3h 43mDelta
Deal found 2/20$259
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/213:17 pmMSP - SJC
2 stops9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/309:47 amSJC - MSP
2 stops11h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$353
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2711:32 amMSP - SJC
2 stops11h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/103:35 pmSJC - MSP
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$385
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/25:15 amMSP - SJC
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Sun 10/53:50 pmSJC - MSP
2 stops15h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$395

Find flights from Minneapolis to San Jose within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to San Jose 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.

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Minneapolis

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MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

San Jose

Wed 3/26

4:03 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$130

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/22

4:57 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops27h 40m

San Jose

Mon 4/28

7:34 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$188

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/19

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

San Jose

Tue 3/25

3:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$207

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/18

7:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop28h 10m

San Jose

Tue 3/25

10:05 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$242

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/4

6:14 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

San Jose

Tue 4/8

6:15 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$259

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/21

3:17 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops9h 30m

San Jose

Wed 4/30

9:47 am-11:29 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$353

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/20

2:35 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops7h 10m

San Jose

Mon 3/24

7:30 pm-11:40 am

2 stops14h 10m

$426

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/10

4:55 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop6h 14m

San Jose

Tue 3/25

8:30 am-9:56 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$439

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/7

6:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$46

MinneapolisSan Jose

MSP - SJC

MSPSJC

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/8

5:30 am-6:37 pm

2 stops39h 07m

$91

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to San Jose in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San Jose flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-San Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-San Jose flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San Jose flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-San Jose flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Jose

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Jose from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Minneapolis to San Jose

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San Jose. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San Jose is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Minneapolis to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Jose. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to San Jose is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 61% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Jose. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to San Jose flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Minneapolis to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to San Jose?

    If you wish to fly to San Jose from Minneapolis, then you need to book flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Jose. There are 3 flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to San Jose (SJC) per day to choose from. Flights to San Jose from Minneapolis St Paul are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 3h 57m is how long a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Jose typically takes.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Jose round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to San Jose round-trip from $130. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $188, and Alaska Airlines, from $242. Frontier is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $46. Users have also found prices from $91 and $121 on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to San Jose?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minneapolis to San Jose are Delta (87%), KLM (74%) and Virgin Atlantic (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Jose?

    While on average a flight from Minneapolis to San Jose is generally $511, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $298. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Jose), you can expect to pay $218 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to San Jose?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to San Jose 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 San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Minneapolis to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 San Jose

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to San Jose. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$373Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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