MiniMax M3.1 Flash API Pricing / Price per 1M tokens
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Also known as: minimax-m3.1-flash · minimaxm3.1flash
API pricing and token costs at a glance
Updated on · Published currencies / per 1M tokens; cheapest ranked by input
| Channel | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Cache read / 1M | Updated / verified on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimax GlobalOfficial | USD 0.15 | USD 0.6 | USD 0.015 | 2026-10-30 |
| MinimaxOfficialLowest input | CNY 1 | CNY 4 | CNY 0.1 | 2026-10-30 |
| Together AI | USD 0.15 | USD 0.6 | — | 2026-10-29 |
| OpenRouter | USD 0.15 | USD 0.6 | USD 0.015 | 2026-10-29 |
Metered API cost = input tokens / 1M × input rate + output tokens / 1M × output rate. At the lowest-input-rate channel, 1M input plus 250K output tokens costs approximately CNY 2. This excludes caching, tools, retries and other service fees; the lowest input rate does not guarantee the lowest total bill.
— means the price or date is not recorded. Cross-currency ranking uses exchange rates.
MiniMax M3.1 Flash is a large language model by minimax. Across the 4 API channels tracked here, input pricing ranges from $0.14–$0.15 per 1M input tokens (USD-normalized); the cheapest is Minimax at ¥1.00 per 1M input tokens. The official channel (Minimax Global) charges $0.15 per 1M input tokens and $0.60 per 1M output tokens. Channels reachable from mainland China without a VPN include Minimax. It is also available through subscription plans such as MiniMax Global Plus, MiniMax Global M Plan Go, MiniMax Token Plan Plus, MiniMax M Plan Go. Prices are collected daily from official provider pages and every tracked channel, then cross-checked by a data-accuracy audit.
💳 Subscription Plans
Plans from minimax come first, followed by linked third-party plans; each group is organized by product line.
Third-party plans
🤖 Agent plans
12 plansAutonomous agent runs, usually capped by concurrent slots and a rolling window.
- Plan price: ¥49.00/month
- Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency CNY, unit per month
- Legacy tier; grace period ends 2026-10-31
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: ¥49.00/month
- Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency CNY, unit per month
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: ¥119.00/month
- Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency CNY, unit per month
- Legacy tier; grace period ends 2026-10-31
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: ¥119.00/month
- Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency CNY, unit per month
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: $22.00/month
- Payment methods: Credit card / Alipay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency USD, unit per month
- Legacy tier; grace period ends 2026-10-31
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: $22.00/month
- Payment methods: Credit card
Conditions and details
- Currency USD, unit per month
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Plan price: $55.00/month
- Payment methods: Credit card / Alipay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency USD, unit per month
- Legacy tier; grace period ends 2026-10-31
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: $55.00/month
- Payment methods: Credit card
Conditions and details
- Currency USD, unit per month
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Plan price: ¥469.00/month
- Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency CNY, unit per month
- Legacy tier; grace period ends 2026-10-31
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: ¥469.00/month
- Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency CNY, unit per month
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: $132.00/month
- Payment methods: Credit card / Alipay
- Accessible from mainland China
Conditions and details
- Currency USD, unit per month
- Legacy tier; grace period ends 2026-10-31
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
- Available in China
- Plan price: $132.00/month
- Payment methods: Credit card
Conditions and details
- Currency USD, unit per month
- EstimateFeatures, message caps, context and rate limits come from the same plan row; lines marked Estimate are not guaranteed allowances
- Does the subscription allowance cover third-party models?: Unknown
Which plan is right for you?
Max: For power users who need extended thinking and highest usage limits
Team: Perfect for teams needing collaboration and centralized billing
| Channel | Type | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Rate Limit | China | vs Official | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Minimax💰 Best Price🏢 Official | Official | ¥1.00 | ¥4.00 | - | -3.4% | ||
Together AI | Aggregator | $0.15 | $0.60 | - | - | - | |
OpenRouter14 variants | Aggregator | $0.15 | $0.60 | - | - | - | |
Show all price variants for this channelOpenRouter Auto / default routeDefault $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M default_route Cheapest endpoint: StreamLake $0.14 / $0.54 per 1M cheapest_endpoint SambaNova | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.14 / $0.54 per 1M upstream_provider StreamLake | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.14 / $0.54 per 1M upstream_provider GMICloud | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.14 / $0.57 per 1M upstream_provider Minimax | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider ModelRun | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider Novita | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider Parasail | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider Together | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider DigitalOcean | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider Fireworks | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider InferenceNet | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider InferenceNet | minimax/minimax-m3.1-flash-20261019 $0.15 / $0.60 per 1M upstream_provider | |||||||
Minimax Global🏢 Official | Official | $0.15 | $0.60 | - | - | Baseline | |
| Usage Level | Tokens/Month | Minimax | Together AI | OpenRouter | Minimax Global |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🐣 Light | 0.1M in + 0.1M out | $0.04 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 |
| 📊 Medium | 1.0M in + 0.5M out | $0.43 | $0.45 | $0.45 | $0.45 |
| 🚀 Heavy | 10.0M in + 5.0M out | $4.35 | $4.50 | $4.50 | $4.50 |
| 🏢 Enterprise | 100.0M in + 50.0M out | $43.48 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 |
Frequently asked questions about MiniMax-M3.1-Flash
How much does the MiniMax M3.1 Flash API cost?
The lowest input rate is CNY 1 per 1M tokens; output on that channel is CNY 4 per 1M tokens.
Which channel has the cheapest MiniMax M3.1 Flash API?
Minimax has the lowest input rate: CNY 1 per 1M tokens. Cross-currency ranking uses exchange rates; compare output and cache prices separately.
What is the MiniMax M3.1 Flash cache-read price?
OpenRouter: USD 0.015; Minimax Global: USD 0.015; Minimax: CNY 0.1 per 1M cache-read tokens.
When was MiniMax M3.1 Flash pricing last updated?
Updated on 2026-10-30. This is the latest recorded price update or verification; see the table for individual channel dates.
Is there a free MiniMax M3.1 Flash API?
No available recorded channel lists both input and output at zero. Missing prices, free cache reads or a free chat tier do not establish a free API; check provider terms for trial credits.
How do I calculate MiniMax M3.1 Flash token costs and monthly spend?
Metered API cost = input tokens / 1M × input rate + output tokens / 1M × output rate. At the lowest-input-rate channel, 1M input plus 250K output tokens costs approximately CNY 2. This excludes caching, tools, retries and other service fees; the lowest input rate does not guarantee the lowest total bill.