$114 Cheap Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to San Jose (MSP-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $114 for one-way flights and $208 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$208 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 15 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $208 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 11
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$228 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 8 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $228 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 5
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$228 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $228 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Apr 27 - Thu, May 1
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$230 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 27 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Thu, May 1, priced at $230 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 15
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 11 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $248 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 4
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$251 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $251 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Thu, Jun 5
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$263 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $263 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, May 22 - Sun, May 25
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$288 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, May 22 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $288 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Mon, May 19
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$289 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $289 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 10
MSP
Minneapolis
SJC
San Jose
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Minneapolis to San Jose, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $297 found 1 hour ago
Flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$208
Distance
1572 mi

Minneapolis to San Jose Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Minneapolis to San Jose

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Minneapolis to San Jose are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Jose with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Jose

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Jose: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Minneapolis to San Jose

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to San Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $114 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Minneapolis to San Jose flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Minneapolis to San Jose airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
Cheap return fares from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) start from $399. 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 Delta flight leaving MSP on May 21 2025 and touching down at SJC. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSP to SJC?
The cheapest flights from MSP to SJC 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Board a nonstop flight with Delta Air Lines and journey straight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSP to SJC?
Travel from MSP to SJC with Delta. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $349. 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 9 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
On average, Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) has 6 nonstop flights to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) per week. If you’re looking for more choice, use Expedia’s filters to search for flights with one or two stops. Fit in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your travels.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Flights between MSP and SJC are their busiest at 6 PM. If you’re after a quieter trip and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a departure that’s outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSP to SJC?
If you fly on a Friday, you’ll get the largest range of options for flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
What is the earliest flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)’s earliest flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) is at approximately 6:46PM UTC-6. With a travel time of 4h 24m, you’ll land at around 9:10PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Flights from MSP to SJC have an average travel time of 4 hours and 24 minutes. The distance between the two is 1,550 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSP to SJC?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you’d like to go straight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 87%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Select a flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Jose from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
If you’re taking a direct flight from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to San Jose, you can land at either San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) or Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book your flight from MSP to SJC generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute deals, they aren’t always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MSP to SJC flight and hotel package?
Booking a MSP to SJC flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your MSP to SJC flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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