Saint Paul

$78+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Saint Paul, MN

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SFO — MSP
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from San Francisco to Saint Paul are usually found in October or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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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 November 21, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$158
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One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul
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Fri 12/66:05 amSFO - MSP
1 stop14h 53mFrontier
Sun 12/811:51 amMSP - SFO
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$158
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Sat 12/145:58 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/58:34 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$159
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Mon 12/211:59 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mSun Country Air
Wed 12/410:20 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 16mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/20$188
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Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 49mDelta
Tue 12/1711:11 amMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/20$269
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Tue 12/319:15 amSFO - MSP
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/64:57 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$293
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Mon 12/169:00 amSFO - MSP
2 stops12h 54mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/196:05 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop15h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$300
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Tue 12/2412:45 pmSFO - MSP
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 1/15:30 amMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$352

Find flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul within your budget

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SFO - MSP

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San Francisco

Wed 1/1

6:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/5

8:34 pm-7:14 am

1 stop12h 40m

$158

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SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 12/14

5:58 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/5

8:34 pm-7:14 am

1 stop12h 40m

$159

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

5:45 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/20

3:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$167

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SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

2:43 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop21h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/15

8:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$242

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

3:10 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/19

3:50 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$269

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

6:15 am-3:54 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

7:15 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$279

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 12/31

9:15 am-8:04 pm

2 stops8h 49m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/6

4:57 pm-12:39 am

1 stop9h 42m

$293

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SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

11:05 am-11:50 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

6:15 am-2:35 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$312

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 12/13

9:10 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop23h 48m

$78

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 November 15, 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 November 21, 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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Saint Paul flight should consider departing on Monday 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to SA1 are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines 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.
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Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
5,015 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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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
9,458 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,758 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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 12 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 $78. Users have also found prices from $79 and $121 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: Aeromexico (100%), China Southern (100%), WestJet (100%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Saint Paul is $97. On average you can expect to pay $704. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $134.

  • 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$108Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$153Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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