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$56+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Diego (SAN)

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MSP — SAN
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(Frontier)

One-way from

$56
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$246 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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From Minnesota to San Diego
One-way flight from Minnesota to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:56 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Wed 3/266:55 amSAN - FAR
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/192:51 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop11h 29mFrontier
Wed 3/266:55 amSAN - FSD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$110
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Wed 4/912:19 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$173
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:20 amMSP - SAN
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/512:48 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$175
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Tue 4/82:00 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 59mSun Country Air
Sun 4/137:25 amSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/20$195
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 3/2911:20 amFAR - SAN
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/14:25 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/265:53 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:18 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Fri 4/49:59 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/88:07 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/286:20 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/28:30 pmSAN - FAR
2 stops12h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$245
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:30 amMSP - SAN
2 stops11h 04mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/75:30 pmSAN - MSP
3 stops18h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/14:23 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Tue 4/810:55 amSAN - FSD
2 stops10h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/19$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/186:06 pmDLH - SAN
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Tue 4/296:15 amSAN - DLH
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 2/19$278

Find flights from Minnesota to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota to San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FargoSan Diego

FAR - SAN

FARSAN

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 3/12

7:56 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 24m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

6:55 am-6:56 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$110

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 3/17

2:35 pm-11:48 am

1 stop23h 13m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

6:55 am-1:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$150

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-12:14 am

1 stop20h 14m

San Diego

Wed 4/9

12:19 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$173

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/4

11:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

San Diego

Wed 3/5

12:48 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$175

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/8

2:00 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

San Diego

Sun 4/13

7:25 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$195

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/18

5:03 pm-7:41 am

3 stops40h 38m

San Diego

Tue 3/25

8:11 am-2:18 pm

3 stops28h 07m

$207

FargoSan Diego

FAR - SAN

FARSAN

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 3/29

11:20 am-3:31 pm

1 stop6h 11m

San Diego

Tue 4/1

4:25 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$209

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 3/26

5:53 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Wed 4/2

6:18 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$209

FargoSan Diego

FAR - SAN

FARSAN

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 3/28

6:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San Diego

Wed 4/2

8:30 pm-10:58 am

2 stops12h 28m

$245

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 3/17

9:55 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 35m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

6:15 am-11:37 am

2 stops27h 22m

$256

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Travel insights for flights from Minnesota to San Diego

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minnesota 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 MN to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota to San Diego, 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 Minnesota to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Diego. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minnesota to San Diego are Frontier ($56), Spirit Airlines ($95), and Sun Country Air ($98).

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minnesota to San Diego consider choosing WestJet (80%), KLM (76%) or Air France (72%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Minnesota to San Diego is generally $505, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $105. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay $136 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minnesota 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$106Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$143Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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