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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Minneapolis:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 9:43 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:42 am.

The flight takes about 3h 43m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Minneapolis takes 3h 43m, covering 1,585 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis range from $327 to $526, with an average of $400 over the past 12 months. Anything below $327 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $400 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $296 round-trip via Chicago Midway (MDW), compared to $402 for nonstop.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to Minneapolis flights are:

• Delta: 85% on time
• United Airlines: 82% on time
• Sun Country Air: 76% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $20–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sun Country Air and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Minneapolis flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 29%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 14%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $288 to $2,856. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Minneapolis flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $169, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $68 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget

Flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Minneapolis route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 22m.

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 83% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from San Francisco to Minneapolis. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $388 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $455, a difference of $67.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Minneapolis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• United Airlines
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 13m, compared with 6h 53m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 7h 21m via Portland (PDX).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Minneapolis are U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Field and Target Center. These are among the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Minneapolis flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes. If you have late-night arrivals at MSP, you can find an airport hotel onsite. It is called the Intercontinental Minneapolis-St Paul Airport Hotel, and it provides over 200 standard rooms and two extravagant suites.

If you are traveling with family, MSP Offers various family services. At Terminals 1 and 2, you can find a children’s play area. They feature adult sitting areas, pay kiddie rides, and a mock airplane. For parents traveling with babies, MSP offers secure lactation centers. There are five lactation centers at Terminal 1 and one in Terminal 2. Finally, you can find nursing mother rooms changing tables, rocking chairs, sinks, and mirrors. There are three nursing rooms in Terminal 1 in one nursing room in Terminal 2.

MSP offers various facilities for easy travel. They include postal services, a quiet seating area, delivery services, several business centers, a walking path, and a gym. There are also various food concessions and fast-food chains, including McDonald's, water filling stations, and markets. Travelers will also find an information desk, luggage storage facilities, medical services, mobile charging outlets, cash machines, ATMs, and currency exchange services. Finally, if you are traveling with a pet, the airport offers a pet hotel and a pet relief area.

Yes. MSP provides various lounges you can pay at the door or pass through a membership program. Terminal 1 houses the Escape, PGA MSP, and United Club lounges. Concourse C and F also have the Delta Sky Club lounges.