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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis from $142

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSP
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in September or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Thu 19/223:59
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 43m
Sun Country Air
Sat 21/217:48
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 56m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 27/1$285
Wed 4/323:55
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Delta
Tue 10/318:20
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$286
Thu 9/418:13
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 42m
Sun Country Air
Tue 14/410:42
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 55m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/1$292
Fri 27/217:30
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Wed 11/307:42
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 02m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 25/1$297
Wed 18/219:15
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Sun 22/220:48
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 56m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/1$299
Thu 3/910:51
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 36m
Sun Country Air
Mon 7/909:25
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 51m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/1$307
Wed 8/411:20
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 40m
Sun Country Air
Tue 14/410:42
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 55m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/1$314
Fri 20/217:00
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Wed 25/209:00
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 00m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 27/1$321
Wed 25/307:05
LAX
-
MSP
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Wed 1/417:40
MSP
-
LAX
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 27/1$322
Wed 4/208:50
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 36m
Sun Country Air
Wed 18/209:00
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 00m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 25/1$328
Thu 5/323:55
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Delta
Tue 10/318:20
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$330
Wed 4/208:50
LAX
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 36m
Sun Country Air
Sun 8/215:30
MSP
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 00m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 27/1$335

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Minneapolis (MSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$285

One-way from

$142

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$429

Good round-trip deal

$1,378 or less
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 6/2-9/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 43m total
  • Los Angeles to Minneapolis
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Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 6/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 34m total
  • Los Angeles to Minneapolis
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

23:59-05:42

Nonstop3h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 22/2

20:48-22:44

Nonstop3h 56m

$285

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

23:59-05:42

Nonstop3h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 21/2

17:48-19:44

Nonstop3h 56m

$285

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Tue 2/6

15:20-20:54

Nonstop3h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/6

15:25-17:18

Nonstop3h 53m

$285

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Thu 4/6

23:59-05:38

Nonstop3h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/6

15:10-17:03

Nonstop3h 53m

$285

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 18/2

19:15-00:48

Nonstop3h 33m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 23/2

12:18-14:15

Nonstop3h 57m

$299

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Fri 20/2

17:00-22:33

Nonstop3h 33m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 25/2

09:00-11:00

Nonstop4h 00m

$321

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

06:00-11:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/3

21:50-23:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$330

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 25/3

23:59-05:37

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

09:15-11:21

Nonstop4h 06m

$330

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Wed 11/3

06:00-11:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 16/3

21:50-23:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$330

Los AngelesMinneapolis

LAX - MSP

LAXMSP

Los Angeles

Mon 30/3

23:59-05:37

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/4

07:05-09:17

Nonstop4h 12m

$330

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis (average of $222). Flying from Los Angeles to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 LAX to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 66% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Minneapolis. Reviews last updated 28 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Sun Country Air from Los Angeles to Minneapolis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
343 reviews
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Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

5.9

Crew

7.8

Food

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Denise,Dec 2025

BOS - MSP

It was a great experience but I do hate the current industry practice of constantly charging me for what have always been basic services - choosing a seat?! Sigh. I am tilting at windmills.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
343 reviews
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
343 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

5.9

Crew

7.8

Food

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Denise,Dec 2025

BOS - MSP

It was a great experience but I do hate the current industry practice of constantly charging me for what have always been basic services - choosing a seat?! Sigh. I am tilting at windmills.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    If you book a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis, you will be flying from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Los Angeles (LAX) take 3h 33m for a nonstop flight. There are 14 flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Minneapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 26 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    Airlines like Sun Country Air and Delta fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis in about 3h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Los Angeles and Minneapolis are separated by a distance of 2467 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($252), offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Minneapolis. Sun Country Air is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (93%), Virgin Atlantic (89%) or KLM (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Minneapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $1,436, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,247. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $223.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Minneapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Minneapolis (average of $222). Flying from Los Angeles to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$252Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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