Minneapolis to San Francisco flights
Direct and connecting flights from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco take?
Flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Francisco (SFO) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
Airline availability for MSP to SFO changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Minneapolis to San Francisco?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MSP to SFO varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- SkyWest5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 6 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MSP → SFO
MSP to SFO is a medium-haul route of 2,551 km (1,585 mi). See the return SFO → MSP route.
Alternative airports near Minneapolis: St. Paul (STP) — 14 km, Eden Prairie (FCM) — 19 km, Saint Cloud (STC) — 99 km.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.