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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $416-$608
United Airlines
Sun 11/18Thu 11/22
MSP - SBP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$180
Typical prices: $227-$469
United Airlines
Sat 10/27
MSP - SBP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and San Luis Obispo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $441 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo (MSP-SBP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:37 pm - 6:18 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 1:46 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:00 am - 11:48 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 32m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
4:58 pm - 9:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:40 pm - 5:30 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$359United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:55 am - 1:16 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 21m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 5:30 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$359United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 12:07 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 27m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 10:49 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
American Airlines Logo
7:34 am - 12:11 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 37m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 10:53 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 3:25 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 30m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:40 pm - 5:30 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$364United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:08 pm - 4:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
24h 51m1 stop Portland
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5:27 pm - 5:10 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 43m1 stop Portland
$394Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:08 pm - 4:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
24h 51m1 stop Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 5:10 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 43m1 stop Portland
$394Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Jan 4
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5:29 pm - 7:53 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBP San Luis Obispo County
28h 24m1 stop Portland
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6:59 pm - 2:21 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
17h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$474Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $416 to $608. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 98% 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 San Luis Obispo?

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo at $430 round-trip.
  • February ($679) and December ($666) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$180
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo

When to book flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo?

    Flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $444 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $965, a difference of $521. 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 long is a flight from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo takes 0h 00m, covering 1,585 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo?

    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 San Luis Obispo 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 $359 to $1,188. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $362, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 02m, compared with 6h 13m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 32m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and San Luis Obispo?

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo range from $416 to $608, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $416 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo 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 $444 - about $521 less than Sunday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo trip for July. Fares historically average $430 round-trip in that month - typically $249 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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