Saint Paul

$98+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Saint Paul, MN

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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MSP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Saint Paul are usually found in May or April, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Saint Paul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Saint Paul flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$362
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From San Diego to Saint Paul
One-way flight from San Diego to Saint Paul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Saint Paul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Saint Paul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/116:14 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Sun 4/133:20 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/27$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/16:05 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/57:30 amMSP - SAN
2 stops19h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$201
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 7/34:39 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mDelta
Thu 7/109:25 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/27$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/1712:29 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Wed 4/236:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/166:15 amSAN - MSP
3 stops29h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/222:45 pmMSP - SAN
3 stops35h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/222:27 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:10 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$280
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/212:50 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/221:10 pmMSP - SAN
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$346
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/236:15 amSAN - MSP
2 stops15h 44mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/254:26 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$363

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

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Saint Paul

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Return

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San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 4/11

6:14 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/13

3:20 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$198

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 5/1

6:05 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

7:30 am-12:42 am

2 stops19h 12m

$201

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 7/3

4:39 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/10

9:25 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$229

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 4/17

12:29 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/23

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$238

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-1:40 pm

3 stops29h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/22

2:45 pm-12:42 am

3 stops35h 57m

$246

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 5/22

2:27 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/31

6:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$280

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 5/6

6:50 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/6

7:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$324

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 4/23

6:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/25

4:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$363

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 7/29

6:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/2

4:59 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$424

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sat 6/7

6:01 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$98

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Saint Paul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Saint Paul 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 SA1?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Saint Paul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Saint Paul as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Saint Paul. 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to SA1 are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Saint Paul by month

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

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

Temperature in Saint Paul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. 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 Saint Paul. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Saint Paul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Saint Paul from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Saint Paul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Saint Paul. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Saint Paul flight route?

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $115 and Frontier from $140 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul consider choosing Virgin Atlantic (93%), KLM (93%) or Air France (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Saint Paul? While on average our users pay $879, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $99. The most popular route (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $155.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Saint Paul 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$77Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$146Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$348Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$348Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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