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$99+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Minnesota

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SAN — MSP
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Minnesota (USMN). 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 January 21, 2025.

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$164
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$99
(Sun Country Air)

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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 January 21, 2025.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/247:45 amSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/26:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$164
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/274:06 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop5h 22mFrontier
Sun 3/26:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$170
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Thu 2/206:05 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 37mSun Country Air
Sun 2/234:00 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 59mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/21$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/47:26 pmSAN - MSP
3 stops22h 52mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/106:49 pmMSP - SAN
2 stops20h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/196:20 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sun 3/234:23 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Deal found 1/21$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/512:40 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/910:15 amFAR - SAN
1 stop10h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/57:20 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 40mDelta
Fri 3/146:39 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/20$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/512:00 pmSAN - FAR
2 stops9h 31mDelta
Sun 2/95:05 amFAR - SAN
2 stops11h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/21$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/88:07 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/119:59 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/117:00 amSAN - MSP
1 stop28h 57mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/187:00 amMSP - SAN
2 stops27h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 3/66:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/106:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 7/14:30 pmSAN - DLH
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Wed 7/234:25 pmDLH - SAN
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 1/21$333

Find flights from San Diego to Minnesota within your budget

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 January 21, 2025.

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SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 2/13

6:25 am-11:28 pm

1 stop15h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/16

6:00 am-12:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

$164

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 2/20

6:05 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-12:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

$165

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 2/7

6:00 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/9

3:14 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$198

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Thu 2/13

4:06 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 2/17

2:31 pm-12:20 am

1 stop11h 49m

$225

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 2/12

3:00 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 2/19

5:05 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

$249

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 2/4

7:26 pm-8:18 pm

3 stops22h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/10

6:49 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops20h 06m

$256

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 2/12

10:15 am-11:46 pm

2 stops11h 31m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 2/19

8:05 am-7:53 pm

2 stops13h 48m

$282

San DiegoFargo

SAN - FAR

SANFAR

San Diego

Wed 2/5

12:40 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Fargo Hector Field

Sun 2/9

10:15 am-6:44 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$286

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 3/5

7:20 am-9:00 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/9

9:30 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$291

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Tue 4/8

8:07 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 4/11

9:59 pm-10:45 am

1 stop14h 46m

$298

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Minnesota

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

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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to USMN are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines 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.
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Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,984 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Minnesota. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 Sun Country Air ($99), American Airlines ($105), and Alaska Airlines ($117).

  • 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 Virgin Atlantic (94%), Air France (93%) and KLM (90%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Minnesota is $128. On average you can expect to pay $613. The most popular route, (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $150.

  • 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$89Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$136Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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