148 € Cheap Flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International

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      Flight deals from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 156 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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      Minneapolis to San Francisco: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found148 €
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time4 hrs, 18 mins
      Most popular airlineWestJet
      Average flights per week160

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International is 148 €. 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.
      4 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International.
      WestJet, Delta and KLM fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International.
      As of August 2026, there are 160 flights per week flying from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to San Francisco International is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 18 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 San Francisco International 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 San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Frontier Airlines and Sun Country Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

      Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

      • Take a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.

      • San Francisco is two hours behind Minneapolis and is in the UTC-8 timezone.

      • Take your pick of 48 weekly Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Sun Country Airlines is the earliest flight available. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 21:45.

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

      • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

      • You can fly nonstop to San Francisco, the United States. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport:

      • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta on this route.

      • United is a leader in on-time performance for MSP to SFO flights, with 82.46% of services landing as scheduled.

      • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between MSP and SFO:

        • Denver International Airport

        • Harry Reid International Airport

        • Salt Lake City Airport

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

      • 67 € is the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 148 €. These fares can change depending on availability.

      • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSP to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.

      • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

      • Picking up cheap flights from MSP to SFO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

      • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

      Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)

      • You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.

      • 77% of flights that depart Minneapolis St Paul Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

      • Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MSP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

      Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

      • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

      • Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.

      When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

      • When reserving your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from MSP to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

      Explore more of the United States

      • San Francisco has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.

      • If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are highlights.

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