SFO (San Francisco) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 87%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.SFO → MSP
SFO (San Francisco) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 87% vs SkyWest Airlines at 85%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 87% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 85%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SFO
80% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SFO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MSP
84% on timeWhen flights into MSP are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSP: TSA is ~22 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.