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$99+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Minneapolis (SAN - MSP)

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SAN — MSP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in February or November, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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$181
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One-way from

$99
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$282 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/256:35 amSAN - MSP
1 stop15h 42mFrontier
Tue 9/308:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 11/112:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Mon 11/1712:45 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:04 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Mon 10/69:40 amMSP - SAN
2 stops37h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$183
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/117:00 amSAN - MSP
1 stop14h 53mFrontier
Sun 10/129:49 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop22h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$185
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 9/237:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Mon 9/298:38 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop27h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 11/97:59 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop13h 32mFrontier
Thu 11/136:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$187
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:55 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Sat 11/152:30 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/11$189
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/47:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Sat 10/117:50 amMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$190
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/186:35 amSAN - MSP
1 stop15h 42mFrontier
Tue 9/308:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$191
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 11/112:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Wed 11/197:50 amMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$192
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 9/237:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Tue 9/308:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/237:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Sun 9/289:31 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop22h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$195

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Minneapolis 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 11/12

1:28 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/14

3:00 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$198

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Mon 11/10

6:07 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/17

3:12 pm-5:07 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$198

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sat 11/8

5:55 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/10

3:12 pm-5:07 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$198

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sat 11/15

5:32 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 11/19

10:30 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$198

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 10/29

6:41 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/2

10:15 am-11:17 am

1 stop27h 02m

$200

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Sat 11/8

7:18 pm-9:20 am

1 stop12h 02m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$201

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 10/10

1:06 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/17

6:00 am-9:57 am

1 stop5h 57m

$205

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 10/16

6:15 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/20

3:06 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$218

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 12/26

6:14 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/4

3:06 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$238

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 12/4

2:08 pm-7:54 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/8

6:40 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$239

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The best insider tips for San Diego to Minneapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Minneapolis trip
Airports
SAN

Plan for traffic congestion around SAN, especially during peak times. Arrive at least two hours early for domestic flights.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
MSP

Use the light rail from MSP to downtown Minneapolis. It's inexpensive and takes under 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes.

Read more about MSPby Brandon Schultz
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Minneapolis is 60 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 Minneapolis?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Minneapolis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from San Diego to Minneapolis. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis, you will be flying from San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from San Diego (SAN) take 3h 33m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from San Diego to Minneapolis per day from 6 airlines.

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

    This flight path from San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 16 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Minneapolis?

    Airlines like Sun Country Air and Frontier fly from San Diego to Minneapolis in about 3h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 33m. There are 1530 mi between San Diego and Minneapolis. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Frontier, at $108, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Minneapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Sun Country Air and Delta. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Korean Air (95%), Air France (87%) or Delta (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Minneapolis.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Minneapolis? While on average our users pay $789, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $99. The most popular route (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $176.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Minneapolis 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Minneapolis. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$340Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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