Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP - SAN) from $44

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
MSP — SAN
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego are usually found in April or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Saturday

How to find the cheapest flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to San Diego (SAN)

All the information you need to plan the best MSP to SAN flight in 2023: compare Minneapolis to San Diego flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Diego.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$278

One-way from

$90
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
From Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego

MSP - SAN

Price

$278 - $536

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

SAN

Rainfall

0 - 2.3 inches

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

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Diego.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 22% by booking at least 61 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Minneapolis to San Diego within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $378.

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

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Diego from Minneapolis. Prices for April average $349 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $211. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a April flight can save you 29% on your journey compared to booking in March

When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP - SAN)?

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 in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Frontier flights from Minneapolis to San Diego

Check out some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've come across from Minneapolis to San Diego. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Minneapolis to San Diego is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $477.81 RT. This price is typically 18% cheaper than other airlines that offer Minneapolis to San Diego flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $265. Minneapolis St Paul Airport is the most common Minneapolis airport to take off from when flying to San Diego. San Diego Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Diego. When flying from Minneapolis to San Diego, Frontier flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Delta flights from Minneapolis to San Diego

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Delta flights we've found from Minneapolis to San Diego. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Minneapolis to San Diego is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $327.80 RT. This price is typically 67% cheaper than other airlines that offer Minneapolis to San Diego flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $154. Minneapolis St Paul Airport is the most common Minneapolis airport to take off from when flying to San Diego. San Diego Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Diego. When flying from Minneapolis to San Diego, Delta flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Minneapolis to San Diego flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for MSP to SAN flights for September, October
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Minneapolis to San Diego 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to San Diego from Minneapolis

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One-way flights to San Diego from Minneapolis

The cheapest one-way flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Minneapolis to San Diego, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Diego should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.

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1 stop15h 34m

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1 stop12h 00m

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1 stop6h 38m

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Sat 10/28

1 stop9h 28m

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1 stop15h 34m

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1 stop11h 31m

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1 stop6h 10m

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Sat 10/28

1 stop9h 28m

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1 stop6h 38m

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Sat 11/4

1 stop9h 28m

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Sat 11/11

1 stop15h 45m

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Wed 11/1

1 stop15h 01m

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Wed 11/8

1 stop12h 54m

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Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/3

Nonstop3h 53m

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Thu 11/9

Nonstop3h 32m

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MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/20

Nonstop3h 56m

San Diego

Fri 10/27

Nonstop3h 40m

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to San Diego, such as Frontier, Delta and Spirit Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Due to gate changes and poor announcing, I was unable to board my flight to Missoula. I received no refund. As a person who flies 3-5 times a year, god willing for another 40 years or so, I will strive to never fly Alaska Airlines again.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Due to gate changes and poor announcing, I was unable to board my flight to Missoula. I received no refund. As a person who flies 3-5 times a year, god willing for another 40 years or so, I will strive to never fly Alaska Airlines again.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Due to gate changes and poor announcing, I was unable to board my flight to Missoula. I received no refund. As a person who flies 3-5 times a year, god willing for another 40 years or so, I will strive to never fly Alaska Airlines again.

Sun Country Air
7.4
Good
94 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Due to gate changes and poor announcing, I was unable to board my flight to Missoula. I received no refund. As a person who flies 3-5 times a year, god willing for another 40 years or so, I will strive to never fly Alaska Airlines again.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Due to gate changes and poor announcing, I was unable to board my flight to Missoula. I received no refund. As a person who flies 3-5 times a year, god willing for another 40 years or so, I will strive to never fly Alaska Airlines again.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Due to gate changes and poor announcing, I was unable to board my flight to Missoula. I received no refund. As a person who flies 3-5 times a year, god willing for another 40 years or so, I will strive to never fly Alaska Airlines again.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Minneapolis to San Diego flights.

What airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego?

If you book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) take 3h 44m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego per day from 7 airlines.

Can I find flights from Minneapolis to San Diego for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to San Diego for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $88, but on average you can expect to pay $114.

Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to San Diego for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Minneapolis to San Diego under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Diego is less than $232.

Are there last-minute flights available from Minneapolis to San Diego for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Minneapolis to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $200.

How popular is this Minneapolis to San Diego flight route?

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

According to our current data, Frontier ($88), and Spirit Airlines ($122) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to San Diego. These flights start at 74% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $44 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $69 and Sun Country Air from $97 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Minneapolis to San Diego?

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

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Minneapolis to San Diego on time: Sun Country Air (95%), WestJet (93%), Air France (89%).

What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

On average you can expect to pay $320 for a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego) is currently priced at $97.

What does MSP to SAN mean?

Great question - MSP to SAN just means Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

Alternative routes for Minneapolis to San Diego

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Diego

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Minneapolis to San Diego choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$132Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$154Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$265Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$343Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego

See what time of day planes typically take off from Minneapolis to San Diego
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
21%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
33%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
45%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Minneapolis to San Diego
Sunday6daily flights
Monday9daily flights
Tuesday5daily flights
Wednesday3daily flights
Thursday6daily flights
Friday8daily flights
Saturday6daily flights
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