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$89+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP - SAN)
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MSP — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $188 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $89 (Sun Country Air) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $294 |
Good round-trip deal | $199 or less |
Good one-way deal | $99 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/223:06 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mSun Country Air
Mon 8/255:42 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10![Sun Country Air logo]()
$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/259:47 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 42mDelta
Fri 8/14:35 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/195:54 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$200
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/273:13 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 40mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/87:45 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/251:56 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/2910:45 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/175:40 amMSP - SAN
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Sat 8/233:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$224
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:05 amMSP - SAN
1 stop8h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/1711:46 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$248
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/194:37 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 22mFrontier
Sun 6/298:37 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
Deal found 6/11![Frontier logo]()
$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/47:47 amMSP - SAN
2 stops31h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/86:15 amSAN - MSP
3 stops32h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$293
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San Diego that are best for you.
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MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 8/22
3:06 pm-4:54 pm
Nonstop3h 48m
San Diego
Mon 8/25
5:42 pm-11:22 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$188
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 7/25
9:47 pm-11:29 pm
Nonstop3h 42m
San Diego
Fri 8/1
4:35 pm-10:15 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$199
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 9/16
9:00 am-10:45 am
1 stop27h 45m
San Diego
Fri 9/19
5:54 pm-11:34 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
$200
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 8/27
3:13 pm-11:53 pm
1 stop10h 40m
San Diego
Mon 9/8
7:45 pm-2:17 pm
1 stop16h 32m
$218
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 7/25
1:56 pm-7:18 pm
1 stop7h 22m
San Diego
Tue 7/29
10:45 pm-9:54 am
1 stop9h 09m
$219
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Sun 8/17
5:40 am-11:05 am
2 stops7h 25m
San Diego
Sat 8/23
3:40 pm-11:10 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$224
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Sun 9/14
6:05 am-12:52 pm
1 stop8h 47m
San Diego
Wed 9/17
11:46 am-11:59 pm
1 stop10h 13m
$248
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Thu 8/28
9:34 pm-10:53 am
1 stop15h 19m
San Diego
Mon 9/1
9:11 pm-8:54 pm
1 stop21h 43m
$280
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 7/4
7:47 am-1:17 pm
2 stops31h 30m
San Diego
Tue 7/8
6:15 am-4:52 pm
3 stops32h 37m
$293
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP - SAN
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 8/12
3:12 pm-4:55 pm
Nonstop3h 43m
$89
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San Diego is 63 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 Minneapolis to San Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minneapolis 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 MSP to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 June 12, 2025.
When flying from Minneapolis to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to San Diego flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego
Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 June 12, 2025.
The most flights from MSP to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$61 | Average$160 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$156 | Average$261 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$340 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$402 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$437 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |