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      Flight deals from San Francisco International to Minneapolis

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $265. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Minneapolis.$265 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.
      Minneapolis.$276 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $276, select.
      Minneapolis.$291 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $291, select.
      Minneapolis.$292 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
      Minneapolis.$319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.
      Minneapolis.$321 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $321, select.
      Minneapolis.$393 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Sun Country Airlines and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.
      Minneapolis.$460 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.
      Minneapolis.$468 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $468, select.
      Minneapolis.$495 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $495, select.
      Minneapolis.$495 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $495, select.
      Minneapolis.$496 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $496, select.
      Minneapolis.$496 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $496, select.
      Minneapolis.$496 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $496, select.
      Minneapolis.$496 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $496, select.
      Minneapolis.$497 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Minneapolis

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Minneapolis flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep
      from $321
      Oct
      from $265
      Nov
      from $276
      Dec
      from $393
      Jan
      from $498
      Feb
      from $497
      Mar
      from $498
      Apr
      from $497
      May
      from $498
      Jun
      from $500
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      Direct flights from San Francisco International to Minneapolis

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      Alternative San Francisco International to Minneapolis routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Minneapolis? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Minneapolis St Paul

      11km from central Minneapolis
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      Minneapolis Downtown

      17km from central Minneapolis
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      St Cloud

      88km from central Minneapolis
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      San Francisco to Minneapolis: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$265
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time3 hrs, 43 mins
      Most popular airlineWestJet
      Average flights per week166

      Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Minneapolis: Frequently asked questions

      There are 3 airports in Minneapolis: Minneapolis St Paul, Minneapolis Downtown and St Cloud.
      The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Minneapolis is $265. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      3 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Minneapolis.
      WestJet, Delta and United fly direct from San Francisco International to Minneapolis.
      As of September 2026, there are 166 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Minneapolis.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Minneapolis is usually October.
      If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Minneapolis is Minneapolis St Paul – which is 11.5 km away from the centre of Minneapolis. We've found flights into this airport from $265.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis on Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Minneapolis but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Minneapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Minneapolis, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -11°C. The rainiest month is August.
      Currently, Frontier Airlines and Sun Country Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Minneapolis.

      Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis: what you need to know

      • Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis.

      • The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is two hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located.

      • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route, with 50 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SFO to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 23:59. Choose the first departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 00:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SFO to Minneapolis flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • Direct San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis tickets are available for booking. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) will be your arrival point.

      • Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis. Reserve your trip with one of these:

      • SFO is around 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

      • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:

      • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Minneapolis

      • $125 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis flight. A return ticket right now is $265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

      • To pick up cheap flights from SFO to Minneapolis, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

      • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis ticket.

      • There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SFO to Minneapolis.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis.

      Airports in Minneapolis

      Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

      • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.

      • It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

      • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MSP:

      • Follow your own route with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and find adventure across Minneapolis and beyond.

      • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SFO to Minneapolis.

      • MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.

      Best time to go to Minneapolis

      • Before securing your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Minneapolis offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

      • The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your San Francisco International Airport to Minneapolis plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

      • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).

      More about Minneapolis

      Explore more of United States

      • Minneapolis is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

      • Omaha is another favourite destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.

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