Saint Paul

$76+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Saint Paul, MN

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SFO — MSP
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from San Francisco to Saint Paul are usually found in October or July, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Saint Paul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Saint Paul (SA1). 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$175
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$370
From San Francisco to Saint Paul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:34 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Sat 1/45:45 amMSP - SFO
2 stops27h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$202
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:07 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/146:00 amMSP - SFO
1 stop20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/2711:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 43mSun Country Air
Tue 12/318:35 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 16mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/20$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Thu 12/2612:17 amSFO - MSP
1 stop10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/215:24 amMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$363
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Sun 12/2912:10 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 49mDelta
Mon 1/66:35 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/21$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/236:41 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/147:11 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$409
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Mon 12/235:20 amSFO - MSP
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Tue 1/145:30 amMSP - SFO
1 stop11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$458

Find flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul 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 December 22, 2024.

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SFO - MSP

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San Francisco

Tue 1/7

6:55 am-11:04 pm

1 stop14h 09m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/10

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$175

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

5:45 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/30

3:27 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$178

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

5:45 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/2

6:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$179

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

12:40 am-6:21 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/27

9:30 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

12:35 pm-6:34 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/19

5:17 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$279

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

10:33 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 26m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/13

3:02 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$288

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

6:45 am-7:24 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$293

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

11:05 am-11:50 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/10

12:30 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$323

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

2:53 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$77

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

5:45 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Francisco to Saint Paul 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 SFO to SA1?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Saint Paul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Saint Paul flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Saint Paul

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Saint Paul. 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to SA1 are scheduled on a Sunday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Saint Paul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Saint Paul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. 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 Saint Paul. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Sun Country Air and Delta from San Francisco to Saint Paul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul. 6 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 14 outbound flights to Saint Paul per day.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Saint Paul flight route?

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $76. Users have also found prices from $79 and $122 on Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Saint Paul on time: China Southern (100%), Korean Air (96%), Virgin Atlantic (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Saint Paul is $79. On average you can expect to pay $836. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $138.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Saint Paul 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 San Francisco to Saint Paul?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Francisco to Saint Paul 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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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Saint Paul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$153Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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