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October 20 - November 11

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$256

$182

Round trip

October 28 - November 11

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$271

$182

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October 20 - November 17

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$255

$182

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October 21 - November 11

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$256

$182

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October 28 - November 17

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$263

$182

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October 21 - November 17

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$255

$182

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October 20 - November 3

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$264

$182

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October 28 - November 3

Cheapest
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MSP - Los Angeles

$287

$182

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October 21 - November 3

Cheapest

MSP - Los Angeles

$264

$182

Round trip

September 22 - October 14

Earliest

MSP - Los Angeles

$257

$185

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Insights for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

For those seeking cheap flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, the most budget-friendly time to fly is often April, with a median fare of $209. Other economical options include September and December, both showing a median fare of $218. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.
Fares for the Minneapolis to Los Angeles route typically range from $238–$729, with a median price of $458. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.
When considering the journey from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, most itineraries connect at least once, with direct flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles making up 23.6% of recent fares. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find available flights.
A typical journey from Minneapolis to Los Angeles takes about 12h 48m, including connections. This duration accounts for both non-stop and connecting itineraries, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect on this route.
The distance between Minneapolis and Los Angeles is approximately 2467 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, meaning it's a significant distance that typically involves several hours of flight time.

How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Regular price: $213 - $326

Prices for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles typically range from $213 to $326. The current lowest deal is $182 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Nov 11.

now $182

Low $213

High $326

The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles is April, with a median price of $209. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $865. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $209

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $865

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Direct flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

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Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Los Angeles

Sun Country Airlines

Minneapolis (MSP) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Sun Country Airlines

$402

$340

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Los Angeles

Sun Country Airlines

Minneapolis (MSP) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Sun Country Airlines

$281

$246

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Los Angeles

Sun Country Airlines

Minneapolis (MSP) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Sun Country Airlines

$283

$254

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Los Angeles

Sun Country Airlines

Minneapolis (MSP) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Sun Country Airlines

$339

$278

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Minneapolis (MSP) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$332

$242

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSP - Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Minneapolis (MSP) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$329

$251

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

6 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 3

$287  →  $182

37%

4 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 12

$332  →  $242

27%

14 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 11

$271  →  $182

33%

4 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 18

$326  →  $241

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Minneapolis - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent MSP to LAX fares are $182.

Recent fares from Minneapolis to Los Angeles are below the typical level at $182.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, with a median price of $209.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 12h 48m.

The typical flight duration from Minneapolis to Los Angeles is 12 hours and 48 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 76.4% of deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights.

Sun Country Airlines is one airline that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles appear frequently, about 1 per day.

Minneapolis main airports to depart from

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is a great choice for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles.

📍 ~10 km from Minneapolis city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$182

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, offering convenient access to Los Angeles.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$182

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a convenient alternative for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, often with faster security.

📍 ~18 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

John Wayne (SNA)

John Wayne is the primary airport for Orange County, offering extensive domestic service and premium cabin availability.

📍 ~50 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$225

Long Beach (LGB)

Long Beach is easier to navigate and less crowded than LAX, close to South Los Angeles and Long Beach.

📍 ~30 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$297

Ontario International (ONT)

Ontario International is a major alternative for the Inland Empire and Eastern Los Angeles, handling long-haul flights.

📍 ~60 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$213

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International is a major international hub with high flight frequency, a robust backup option for some routes.

📍 ~180 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$191

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles is typically 60 or more days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked in this window had an average price of $463. In contrast, tickets purchased 0-6 days before departure averaged $908, indicating a significant price increase for last-minute bookings. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to substantial savings on this route.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles is $238 or less. This figure represents the 25th percentile of prices observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route was $458, with 75% of prices being $729 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $238 mark.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, with a median price of $209. September and December also offered competitive prices, both with a median of $218. The annual median price for this route was $458, indicating that these months offer significant savings. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider flying during these periods.