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Cheapest return flight
£201
Typical prices: £199-£330
Sun Country Air
Sat 24/11Sun 2/12
MSP - LAX • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£104
Typical prices: £115-£252
Sun Country Air
Wed 14/11
MSP - LAX • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Sun Country Air. Average duration is 4h 03m
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £227 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles (MSP-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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08:00 - 10:01MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
4h 01mdirect
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11:05 - 16:37LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 32mdirect
£201Sun Country Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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09:19 - 14:53MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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18:16 - 23:49LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 33mdirect
£207Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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15:20 - 17:15MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
3h 55mdirect
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18:10 - 23:43LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 33mdirect
£208Sun Country Air
Mon, 18 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Sun Country Air Logo
08:30 - 10:31MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
4h 01mdirect
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18:00 - 23:32LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 32mdirect
£212Sun Country Air
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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14:10 - 07:05MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
18h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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13:16 - 23:44LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
£214Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Sun Country Air Logo
08:30 - 10:31MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
4h 01mdirect
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18:00 - 23:32LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 32mdirect
£220Sun Country Air
Thu, 10 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Sun Country Air Logo
10:00 - 11:59MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
3h 59mdirect
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18:20 - 23:53LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 33mdirect
£223Sun Country Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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09:19 - 14:53MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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00:26 - 14:06LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
11h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£225Frontier
Wed, 30 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
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18:50 - 00:37MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
7h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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05:00 - 12:37LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
£230United Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Sun Country Air Logo
15:20 - 17:15MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-LAX Los Angeles
3h 55mdirect
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12:35 - 18:07LAX  Los Angeles-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 32mdirect
£231Sun Country Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights

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

How much is a return flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Return flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles typically range from £199 to £330. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £201 on Sun Country Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles at £220 return.
•March (£315) and June (£270) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£104
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 7% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:05 and lands at 10:08
    • Latest: departs at 22:18 and lands at 02:21.

    The flight takes about 4h 03m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles.

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

    A direct flight from Minneapolis to Los Angeles takes 4h 03m, covering 1,533 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles range from £199 to £330, with an average of £254 over the past 12 months. Anything below £199 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £254 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £227 return via Denver Intl (DEN), compared with £255 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £21–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Minneapolis to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights, with 58% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £201 to £1,374. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

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

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £142, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    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 Minneapolis to Los Angeles route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 13m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 86% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £241 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £271, a difference of £30.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Sun Country Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 24m, compared to 7h 25m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 33m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Los Angeles?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights?

    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
    • Sun Country Air: a checked bag in Economy class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

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

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £241, about £30 less than Sunday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Los Angeles trip for November. Fares historically average £220 return in that month – typically £94 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 89% of Delta flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 13m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £227 return on this route – about £28 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Minneapolis to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Los Angeles

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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