Minnesota

$93+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Minnesota

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SAN — MSP
Jun 10 — Jun 171
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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 May 11, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:25 am
SAN
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FAR
1 stop5h 22m
Frontier
Mon 6/292:32 pm
FAR
-
SAN
1 stop11h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/106:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Fri 6/128:14 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sat 6/136:25 am
SAN
-
FAR
1 stop5h 22m
Frontier
Sat 8/82:33 pm
FAR
-
SAN
1 stop11h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 7/106:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop10h 58m
Frontier
Mon 7/138:14 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/296:25 am
SAN
-
FAR
1 stop5h 21m
Frontier
Mon 6/12:31 pm
FAR
-
SAN
1 stop11h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 5/10$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/94:17 pm
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/158:42 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 7/94:17 pm
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop25h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/208:40 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop20h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 7/104:17 pm
SAN
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FSD
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/208:40 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop20h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$262
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/66:25 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Sun 6/79:39 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop13h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/10$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Wed 6/39:37 am
SAN
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MSP
1 stop9h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/133:20 pm
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$266
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Tue 8/116:07 pm
SAN
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MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Sun Country Air
Mon 8/172:55 pm
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 47m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 5/10$267
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/95:37 pm
SAN
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MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Sun Country Air
Fri 6/268:40 am
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 45m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 5/8$268

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 May 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(Frontier)

One-way from

$93
(WAYA)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 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. 2% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 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 May 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 DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 7/23

3:19 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/4

8:51 am-10:38 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$289

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 7/10

6:20 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/13

9:47 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$289

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 5/21

6:25 am-4:02 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/25

9:39 pm-8:42 am

1 stop13h 03m

$297

San DiegoMinneapolis

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 8/14

8:00 am-5:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/16

5:45 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 20m

$309

San DiegoFargo

SAN - FAR

SANFAR

San Diego

Thu 9/24

6:20 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Fargo Hector Field

Mon 9/28

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$339

San DiegoFargo

SAN - FAR

SANFAR

San Diego

Thu 9/10

1:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Fargo Hector Field

Sun 9/13

5:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 46m

$339

San DiegoLa Crosse

SAN - LSE

SANLSE

San Diego

Wed 6/10

1:19 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 00m

La Crosse

Sat 6/13

5:33 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$348

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Wed 8/5

3:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Rochester

Tue 8/11

11:33 am-7:18 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$354

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Fri 7/31

10:15 pm-10:53 am

2 stops10h 38m

Rochester

Mon 8/10

5:28 am-3:09 pm

2 stops11h 41m

$359

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Sun 8/2

10:15 pm-10:52 am

2 stops10h 37m

Rochester

Mon 8/10

4:44 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops9h 06m

$359

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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

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Minnesota may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $89). Flying from San Diego to Minnesota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $173). 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 May 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 in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Minnesota

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Minnesota. 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 May 11, 2026.

The most flights from SAN to USMN are scheduled on a Friday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Minnesota?

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 May 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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 $289, Delta 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 ($97), and American Airlines ($109).

  • 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 KLM (95%), Korean Air (94%) and Virgin Atlantic (93%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Minnesota is $128. On average you can expect to pay $862. The most popular route, (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $236.

  • 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 $89). Flying from San Diego to Minnesota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $173). 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 May 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$135Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$172Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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