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$98+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Minneapolis (SAN - MSP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MSP
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in February or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Minneapolis (MSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$378
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From San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Minneapolis
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Thu 1/99:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$182
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/255:46 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/99:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$189
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/255:46 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 38mSun Country Air
Thu 1/93:27 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 54mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/23$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:58 amSAN - MSP
2 stops8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/64:57 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$558

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San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 1/23

12:17 pm-9:20 am

1 stop19h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-11:52 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$160

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 1/17

6:25 pm-12:03 am

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-12:29 am

1 stop20h 29m

$164

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 1/16

6:08 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/19

3:20 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$195

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sat 1/11

4:21 pm-5:53 pm

3 stops23h 32m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/13

6:49 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops20h 06m

$273

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 1/28

8:55 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/4

8:00 am-4:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$320

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sat 2/22

6:25 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/24

11:43 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

$359

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 1/17

9:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/20

1:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$378

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sun 1/19

4:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

10:43 am-6:19 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$408

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 1/23

12:15 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops9h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/26

5:00 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops8h 58m

$418

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 1/9

6:21 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$98

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Minneapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Minneapolis

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Minneapolis including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Minneapolis is 35 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Minneapolis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Minneapolis. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to MSP are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Minneapolis. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines from San Diego to Minneapolis by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    If you book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis, you will be flying from San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from San Diego (SAN) take 3h 36m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 flights from San Diego to Minneapolis per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Minneapolis flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Frontier, at $160, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Minneapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Minneapolis one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Minneapolis are Sun Country Air ($98), Frontier ($100), and Spirit Airlines ($140).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    Consider Korean Air (100%), WestJet (100%) or Aeromexico (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Minneapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $822, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $153.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Minneapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Minneapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Minneapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Minneapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Minneapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$89Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$136Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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