Saint Paul

$98+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Saint Paul, MN

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SFO — MSP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Saint Paul are usually found in October or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Saint Paul

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

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$409
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From San Francisco to Saint Paul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Saint Paul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:09 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 50mSun Country Air
Thu 5/83:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/27$191
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.
Wed 4/303:33 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop7h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/73:00 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$194
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2412:47 amSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 43mDelta
Sun 4/279:44 pmMSP - SFO
Nonstop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/28$219
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Thu 4/244:10 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Mon 4/288:22 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$236
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Fri 4/1812:21 amSFO - MSP
1 stop10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/223:17 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$239
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/34:22 pmSFO - MSP
Nonstop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/76:04 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$257
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Fri 9/123:50 pmSFO - MSP
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Sun 9/146:20 amMSP - SFO
1 stop11h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$264
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 4/229:45 pmSFO - MSP
2 stops24h 13mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/243:00 pmMSP - SFO
1 stop8h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$267

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

6:09 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/8

3:00 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$191

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

3:33 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 02m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/7

3:00 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$194

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

12:47 am-6:30 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/27

9:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$219

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

4:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop6h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

8:22 pm-12:33 am

1 stop6h 11m

$236

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

2:45 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 18m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/20

7:07 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 23m

$239

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 7/3

4:22 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/7

6:04 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$257

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

3:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/14

6:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$264

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

9:45 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops24h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/24

3:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$267

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

6:09 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$98

San FranciscoMinneapolis

SFO - MSP

SFOMSP

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-9:44 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$103

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Saint Paul

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 March 21, 2025.

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 March 28, 2025.

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 at noon 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SA1 are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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 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 5 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 Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $98. Users have also found prices from $110 and $142 on Frontier 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: Air China (94%), Air France (94%), 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 $97. On average you can expect to pay $783. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $155.

  • 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Saint Paul. 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$110Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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