Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport takes on average 3 hours 29 minutes. The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which makes it 2 hours ahead of Sacramento.
Flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport start from 06:05 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The latest flight is the 22:10 service with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly services between SMF and MSP.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SMF and MSP include:
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
68 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. A return flight starts from 118 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SMF to MSP by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from SMF to MSP every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Travelling from central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport takes around 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before heading to SMF.
Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you have a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MSP:
Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to the centre of Minneapolis takes around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 26 minutes.
When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Minneapolis. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SMF to MSP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -1ºC on average.
More about Minneapolis
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Minneapolis right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from SMF to MSP:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Minneapolis itinerary.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Minneapolis stay.