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Cheapest round-trip
$196
Typical prices: $393-$553
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Tue 10/2Sat 10/6
MSP - FAT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$150
Typical prices: $203-$397
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/23
MSP - FAT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Fresno. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Portland (PDX)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 5h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Fresno (MSP-FAT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Fresno

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:54 pm - 10:17 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
16h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:07 pm - 7:08 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
24h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$196Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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12:10 pm - 9:13 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
11h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:58 pm - 12:04 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 06m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$289Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 1:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:30 am - 4:55 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$306Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:30 am - 1:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
9:30 am - 4:55 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$312Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
10:21 am - 6:03 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 11:52 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 33m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$369American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
2:47 pm - 9:31 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 44m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
9:51 am - 6:52 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 01m1 stop Salt Lake City
$369Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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12:20 pm - 4:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 23m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
9:51 am - 6:52 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 01m1 stop Salt Lake City
$369Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:11 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:19 pm - 5:10 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 51m1 stop Portland
$369Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:28 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
13h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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3:24 pm - 6:25 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 01m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$380Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 12:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 11:59 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$389American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Fresno flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Minneapolis to Fresno with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Fresno?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Fresno, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Fresno?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Fresno at $392 round-trip.
  • May ($571) and April ($520) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Minneapolis to Fresno the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Fresno are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Fresno flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$150
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Minneapolis to Fresno

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Fresno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Fresno based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Minneapolis to Fresno flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Fresno?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Fresno usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Fresno Airterminal (FAT).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to Fresno?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Fresno:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to Fresno pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Fresno most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Fresno?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Minneapolis to Fresno route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $441 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $525, a difference of $84. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Fresno flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 30% above the route average of $469. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Fresno?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Fresno takes 0h 00m, covering 1,485 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to Fresno?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Fresno changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $196 to $841. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to Fresno looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Fresno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $232, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Minneapolis to Fresno?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 54m, compared with 6h 00m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 12m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Fresno?

    Fresno is 2 hours behind Minneapolis (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT)?

    Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to Fresno flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Fresno range from $393 to $553, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Fresno flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $441 - about $84 less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Fresno trip for January. Fares historically average $392 round-trip in that month - typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fresno Airterminal Airport.
    - Piccadilly Inn Airport
    - Wyndham Garden Fresno Airport
    - Best Western Plus Fresno Airport Hotel

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