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

Direct flights from Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul

Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sacramento International to Minneapolis below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Minneapolis St Paul.

Sacramento to Minneapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP12,815
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week34

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul is P12,815. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul.
KLM, Delta and Korean Air fly direct from Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul.
As of July 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Minneapolis St Paul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 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 St Paul 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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Minneapolis St Paul.

Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

  • Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Minneapolis two hours ahead of Sacramento.

  • Flights from SMF to MSP start at 06:05 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 13:40 with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your SMF to MSP flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Minneapolis — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • Delta Air Lines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Delta Air Lines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SMF to MSP flights, with 91.59% of services landing as scheduled.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMF and MSP:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Salt Lake City International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • Right now, P6,082 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P12,815. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SMF to MSP, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SMF to MSP by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • 82.15% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SMF.

  • Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport off to a relaxed start. Only a quick drive from SMF, spend the night in Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.

Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis

  • The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.

  • From Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, Minneapolis is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Minneapolis. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SMF to MSP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Minneapolis, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to check off its top attractions. From Miller Park to Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.

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