$83+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP - SAN)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SAN
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 29, 2026.
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 September 29, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sat 10/242:36 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Tue 10/274:53 pm -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$285
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/217:00 am -
1 stop10h 58m
Mon 11/24:53 pm -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$286
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Fri 11/66:13 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Deal found 9/28![Sun Country Air logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun 11/157:33 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/2010:00 am -
1 stop29h 16m
Mon 10/269:34 am -
1 stop20h 31m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/33:10 pm -
Nonstop3h 51m
Thu 12/1011:14 am -
1 stop11h 09m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun 11/89:32 am -
1 stop20h 33m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/2512:04 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Sat 11/76:25 am -
1 stop15h 39m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/272:33 pm -
2 stops21h 38m
Thu 10/2910:48 am -
3 stops21h 37m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Sun 10/189:45 pm -
1 stop18h 44m
Wed 10/212:01 pm -
2 stops17h 55m
Deal found 9/24![Frontier logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/177:35 am -
1 stop11h 14m
Tue 10/202:01 pm -
2 stops21h 40m
Deal found 9/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$295
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/173:10 pm -
Nonstop3h 57m
Thu 12/246:20 pm -
Nonstop3h 37m
Deal found 9/24![Sun Country Air logo]()
$296
Best flights from Minneapolis to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 29, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 29, 2026.
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun 11/155:49 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Deal found 9/28![Sun Country Air logo]()
$418
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Sat 12/59:10 am -
Nonstop4h 05m
Tue 12/156:15 am -
Nonstop3h 44m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 12/1012:30 pm -
2 stops8h 25m
Sun 12/1312:10 pm -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 9/25![Southwest logo]()
$433
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Mon 10/196:08 pm -
2 stops16h 14m
Sun 10/256:53 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 9/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 11/66:20 pm -
Nonstop3h 52m
Sat 11/143:40 pm -
Nonstop3h 35m
Deal found 9/29![Delta logo]()
$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Tue 12/811:00 am -
Nonstop4h 02m
Tue 1/263:10 pm -
Nonstop3h 47m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Tue 11/246:10 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Fri 12/412:35 pm -
2 stops6h 45m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$493
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Fri 12/253:25 pm -
Nonstop3h 57m
Sun 1/36:00 pm -
Nonstop3h 37m
Deal found 9/28![Sun Country Air logo]()
$528
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/259:59 pm -
Nonstop3h 49m
Sat 11/1412:09 pm -
Nonstop3h 39m
Deal found 9/28![Delta logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sat 10/2411:00 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Fri 11/136:25 am -
Nonstop3h 39m
Deal found 9/28![Delta logo]()
$479
Last-minute flights from Minneapolis to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego. Data last updated September 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego. Data last updated September 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/177:35 am -
1 stop11h 14m
Tue 10/202:01 pm -
2 stops21h 40m
Deal found 9/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Sun 10/189:45 pm -
1 stop18h 44m
Wed 10/212:01 pm -
2 stops17h 55m
Deal found 9/24![Frontier logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:45 pm -
1 stop18h 44m
Thu 10/222:01 pm -
1 stop19h 02m
Deal found 9/27![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/2010:00 am -
1 stop29h 16m
Mon 10/269:34 am -
1 stop20h 31m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/217:00 am -
1 stop10h 58m
Mon 11/24:53 pm -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$286
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sat 10/242:36 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Tue 10/274:53 pm -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$285
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Fri 11/66:13 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Deal found 9/28![Sun Country Air logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun 11/157:33 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/253:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun 11/89:32 am -
1 stop20h 33m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/2512:04 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Sat 11/76:25 am -
1 stop15h 39m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/272:33 pm -
2 stops21h 38m
Thu 10/2910:48 am -
3 stops21h 37m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/279:15 am -
Nonstop3h 45m
Sun 11/16:07 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Deal found 9/27![Sun Country Air logo]()
$297
One-way flights from Minneapolis to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from Minneapolis to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Minneapolis to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 29, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/287:00 am -
1 stop10h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/312:33 pm -
1 stop11h 24m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/277:00 am -
1 stop18h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/117:00 am -
1 stop10h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Frontier logo]()
$98
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:10 pm -
1 stop9h 39m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Frontier logo]()
$106
Find flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego
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 September 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $285 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $83 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $409 |
Good round-trip deal | $408 or less |
Good one-way deal | $199 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to San Diego 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to San Diego that are best for you.
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MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Sun 10/25
3:05 pm-4:51 pm
Nonstop3h 46m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$139
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 12/23
2:55 pm-4:52 pm
Nonstop3h 57m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$159
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Thu 11/12
3:05 pm-4:56 pm
Nonstop3h 51m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$179
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 12/25
3:25 pm-5:22 pm
Nonstop3h 57m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 11/24
2:55 pm-4:46 pm
Nonstop3h 51m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$219
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 11/25
3:05 pm-4:56 pm
Nonstop3h 51m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$219
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 10/16
7:23 pm-9:56 am
2 stops16h 33m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$243
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 11/25
4:35 pm-10:35 pm
2 stops8h 00m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$249
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Sat 10/10
6:50 am-1:05 pm
2 stops8h 15m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$312
MinneapolisSan Diego
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - SAN San Diego
MSPSAN
Minneapolis St Paul
Sun 10/25
3:05 pm-4:51 pm
Nonstop3h 46m
San Diego
Sun 11/15
5:49 pm-11:27 pm
Nonstop3h 38m
$418
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Compare providers for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to San Diego
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego?
The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San Diego is 83 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of $307). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 September 29, 2026.
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 28% 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 September 26, 2026.
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. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Minneapolis to San Diego delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Minneapolis and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Minneapolis to San Diego flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?
Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
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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 September 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San Diego, such as Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Diego
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$122 | Average$244 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$315 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$359 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$262 | Average$438 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$576 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |