$84 Cheap Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco (MSP-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $84 for one-way flights and $167 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun Country Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 29
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $167 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$174 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $174 found 1 hour ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 11
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $177 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Tue, May 20
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $184 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Wed, Jun 25 - Sat, Jun 28
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jun 28, priced at $184 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Tue, May 20
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $187 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Tue, May 20
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $188 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 29
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$203 Roundtrip, just found
$203
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $203 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$203 Roundtrip, just found
$203
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $203 just found
United
Sat, May 17 - Mon, May 19
MSP
Minneapolis
SFO
San Francisco
$219 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Minneapolis to San Francisco, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $219 found 1 hour ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Pick up cheap return flights starting at $167 from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Sun Country Airlines flight leaving MSP on May 10 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSP to SFO?
The cheapest flights from MSP to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Fly straight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). 3 airlines offer direct routes from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines
  • Sun Country Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSP to SFO?
Book a flight from MSP to SFO with Sun Country Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $84. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSP on July 18 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Every day on average, 4 nonstop flights take off from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Choose the departure that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 7 PM departures from MSP to SFO are the busiest. Greater demand means you’ll likely pay more for these departures. If you’re hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSP to SFO?
If you fly on a Thursday, you’ll get the largest range of choices for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)’s earliest flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at approximately 9:05AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 4h 27m, you’ll touch down at around 11:32AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from MSP to SFO have an average travel time of 4 hours and 29 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSP to SFO?
Sun Country Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you leave and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
You can touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) or Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) when traveling to San Francisco on a direct flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MSP to SFO just before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you’re flexible with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MSP to SFO flight and hotel package?
Opting for a MSP to SFO flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Generally, it’s possible to cancel or reschedule your MSP to SFO flight. However, if it’s been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.
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