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$84+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Minnesota

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SAN — MSP
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Minnesota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Minnesota flight deals. Data was last updated April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$84
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$230 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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From San Diego to Minnesota
One-way flight from San Diego to Minnesota
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Minnesota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Minnesota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 5/26:10 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Sun 5/47:36 amMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/15$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/248:50 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Tue 4/296:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Deal found 4/15$191
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:54 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/193:12 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$192
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:25 amSAN - FAR
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Sun 5/46:05 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop27h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/13$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Fri 4/256:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop4h 56mFrontier
Mon 4/282:11 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/14$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:30 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 43mDelta
Sun 5/189:56 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/14$199
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Wed 8/2711:20 amSAN - FSD
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/3111:44 amFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/144:02 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/172:20 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop9h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$251
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Wed 5/217:29 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/115:16 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$251
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Sun 6/155:50 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop15h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/251:44 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$257
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Wed 5/2110:01 amSAN - FSD
2 stops10h 56mDelta
Wed 6/116:00 amFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/15$262
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Tue 4/292:20 pmSAN - RST
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Sat 5/32:21 pmRST - SAN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/14$266

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Minnesota that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Minnesota that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Minnesota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 5/2

6:10 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

7:36 am-9:27 am

Nonstop3h 51m

$185

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 5/16

8:54 pm-12:28 am

1 stop25h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/19

3:12 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$192

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 5/8

10:38 am-12:28 am

1 stop11h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/11

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

$198

San DiegoFargo

SAN - FAR

SANFAR

San Diego

Sat 4/26

6:25 am-5:14 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Fargo Hector Field

Sun 5/4

6:05 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop27h 49m

$198

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 4/25

6:25 am-1:21 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/28

2:11 pm-12:14 am

1 stop12h 03m

$198

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 5/16

5:30 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/18

9:56 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$199

San DiegoFargo

SAN - FAR

SANFAR

San Diego

Wed 5/14

4:02 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 5/17

2:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$251

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 5/21

7:29 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 6/11

5:16 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$251

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sun 6/15

5:50 pm-11:09 am

1 stop15h 19m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 6/25

1:44 pm-7:13 am

1 stop19h 29m

$257

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 5/21

10:01 am-10:57 pm

2 stops10h 56m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 07m

$262

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Minnesota

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Minnesota 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 MN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Minnesota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Minnesota, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Minnesota

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Minnesota. 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 April 15, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to USMN are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Minnesota by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minnesota 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 Minnesota when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minnesota by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minnesota, 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 Minnesota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minnesota. 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 Minnesota. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to Minnesota have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Minnesota?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Minnesota are Frontier ($95), Sun Country Air ($98), and Spirit Airlines ($124).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Minnesota?

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Minnesota are Korean Air (100%), Air France (94%) and WestJet (88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Minnesota is $97. On average you can expect to pay $943. The most popular route, (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $158.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Minnesota 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 Minnesota

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Minnesota. 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$77Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$154Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$340Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$348Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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