Minnesota

$49+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Minnesota

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SAN — MSP
Mar 13 — Mar 201
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Minnesota

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 February 11, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 2/247:11 am
SAN
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MSP
1 stop13h 48m
Frontier
Wed 4/112:00 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/266:36 pm
SAN
-
MSP
2 stops12h 29m
Frontier
Sat 4/46:21 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sat 2/2812:23 pm
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Mon 3/306:45 am
MSP
-
SAN
2 stops10h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Fri 2/276:40 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop13h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/46:21 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop7h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Mon 2/239:50 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Wed 4/112:00 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop5h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Thu 5/75:58 pm
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/183:40 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop10h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/265:57 pm
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/112:00 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop14h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/265:57 pm
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 41m
Sun Country Air
Fri 4/33:24 pm
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 51m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/8$236
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 7/76:07 pm
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Sun Country Air
Thu 7/162:35 pm
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 47m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/9$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 3/38:00 am
SAN
-
MSP
2 stops11h 15m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:21 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$239
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Fri 2/279:45 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Thu 3/126:46 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop7h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Mon 3/211:30 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop10h 27m
Frontier
Thu 3/121:47 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop12h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$241

Find flight deals from San Diego to Minnesota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Minnesota flight deals. Data was last updated February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$279 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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From San Diego to Minnesota
One-way flight from San Diego to Minnesota
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Minnesota.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Minnesota.

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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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Minnesota that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Minnesota

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 5/14

5:58 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/18

3:10 pm-4:58 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$247

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Mon 5/11

6:25 am-7:36 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 5/15

8:30 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop28h 36m

$251

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 7/15

5:22 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/19

2:50 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$258

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 3/11

4:12 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 3/18

5:45 am-9:20 am

1 stop5h 35m

$271

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 7/24

5:52 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/26

3:20 pm-5:07 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$278

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Mon 5/11

3:15 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/18

6:45 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$279

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 3/17

5:45 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/23

9:40 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$279

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 3/12

5:45 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/18

9:40 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$279

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 3/12

5:45 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/15

9:40 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$279

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 4/10

4:09 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 4/11

4:57 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$280

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Minnesota

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota (average of $59). Flying from San Diego to Minnesota in June is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 February 11, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Minnesota is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 46% on airfare.

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 February 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from San Diego to Minnesota have to say. 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.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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?

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

    For as low as $247, Sun Country Air can have you in Minnesota from San Diego in 3h 39m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1530 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Frontier ($65), Sun Country Air ($89), and Southwest ($115).

  • 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 (88%), Sun Country Air (86%) and WestJet (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Minnesota is $99. On average you can expect to pay $398. The most popular route, (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $176.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Minnesota (average of $59). Flying from San Diego to Minnesota in June is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Minnesota

Discover the top 5 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$135Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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