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$97+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP - SAN)

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MSP — SAN
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego are usually found in May or April, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Diego (SAN). 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 April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$97
(eDestinos)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$263

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Minneapolis St Paul-San Diego flights.
From Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego.
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/13:12 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mSun Country Air
Mon 5/56:05 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/1$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 4/217:34 amMSP - SAN
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/246:10 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$189
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/236:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Sun 4/278:50 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 5/229:56 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mDelta
Sat 5/318:25 amSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/2$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/293:17 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/69:45 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/66:15 amMSP - SAN
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Thu 6/125:20 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$312
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/54:26 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/78:25 amSAN - MSP
2 stops13h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$330

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San Diego that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Return

Price

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/1

3:12 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

6:05 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$185

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/21

2:00 pm-7:34 am

1 stop19h 34m

San Diego

Fri 4/25

5:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$189

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/23

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Diego

Sun 4/27

8:50 pm-12:35 am

1 stop25h 45m

$194

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/22

9:56 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

San Diego

Sun 6/1

5:30 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$199

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/29

3:17 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Diego

Tue 5/6

9:45 pm-9:03 am

1 stop9h 18m

$201

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/22

6:00 am-7:34 am

2 stops27h 34m

San Diego

Sat 4/26

6:15 am-1:40 pm

3 stops29h 25m

$293

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/6

6:15 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

San Diego

Thu 6/12

5:20 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 10m

$312

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/3

7:00 am-7:09 pm

2 stops14h 09m

San Diego

Wed 5/7

9:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$316

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/11

3:27 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$97

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/2

4:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$101

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego in April.
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*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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 Minneapolis-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San Diego 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 Minneapolis-San Diego 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 Minneapolis to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San Diego is 67 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 Minneapolis to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 MSP to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to San Diego. 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 Minneapolis to San Diego?

    If you book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) take 3h 43m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego per day from 7 airlines.

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

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

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($185), Frontier ($194), and Delta ($199) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to San Diego. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $97 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $101 and Frontier from $106 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Minneapolis to San Diego on time: Korean Air (80%), Virgin Atlantic (80%), Delta (78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $256 for a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego) is currently priced at $155.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Minneapolis to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to San Diego. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$106Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$154Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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