What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Minneapolis flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Minneapolis have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Minneapolis flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this San Francisco to Minneapolis flight route?

Flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis St Paul have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Minneapolis in just under 3h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 12m. The distance from San Francisco to Minneapolis is about 1585 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Minneapolis

The most flights from SFO to MSP are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 20.0 - 109.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 109.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -9.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (84%), Delta (78%), Sun Country Air( 71%).

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis (average of £254). Flying from San Francisco to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MSP?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 69% on flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Minneapolis flights typically cost between £208 and £370 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £228 on Sun Country Air (20 Dec–25 Dec).

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How popular is this San Francisco to Minneapolis flight route?
Flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis St Paul have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?
Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Minneapolis in just under 3h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 12m. The distance from San Francisco to Minneapolis is about 1585 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Minneapolis?
Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (84%), Delta (78%), Sun Country Air( 71%).
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Minneapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis (average of £254). Flying from San Francisco to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MSP?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 69% on flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Minneapolis flights typically cost between £208 and £370 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £228 on Sun Country Air (20 Dec–25 Dec).

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Minneapolis

The most flights from SFO to MSP are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Minneapolis have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Minneapolis flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Minneapolis flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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San Francisco to Minneapolis flights typically cost between £208 and £370 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £228 on Sun Country Air (20 Dec–25 Dec).