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$117+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP - SAN)

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MSP — SAN
May 2 — May 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego are usually found in July or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
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 April 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/288:15 am
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop13h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/36:56 pm
SAN
-
MSP
2 stops13h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$236
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 4/116:21 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Mon 4/139:28 pm
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop24h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/3011:47 am
MSP
-
SAN
2 stops14h 12m
Frontier
Thu 5/76:25 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop24h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$239
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/28:34 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop12h 47m
Frontier
Thu 4/1612:25 pm
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 6/39:39 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop28h 11m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:25 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/256:54 am
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/23:19 pm
SAN
-
MSP
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$242
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/73:10 pm
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/116:25 am
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop24h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/319:20 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop25h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/56:02 pm
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$244
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 4/129:10 pm
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop12h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/166:09 pm
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 7/272:40 pm
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 47m
Sun Country Air
Tue 8/116:07 pm
SAN
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MSP
Nonstop3h 39m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 3/28$247

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 April 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$313 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-San Diego flight deals.
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From Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego.

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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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/16

6:46 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

San Diego

Wed 5/20

3:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$379
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/7

9:57 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

5:45 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$379

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/8

11:25 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

3:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$379

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/11

9:47 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

Sun 6/14

6:09 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$379

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/14

9:57 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

11:50 am-5:34 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$379

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

9:45 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

San Diego

Sat 5/2

2:45 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$379

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/27

1:00 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops7h 25m

San Diego

Wed 6/3

12:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$399

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/29

5:20 am-11:20 am

2 stops8h 00m

San Diego

Mon 5/4

1:50 pm-12:20 am

2 stops8h 30m

$405

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/16

9:47 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

Mon 6/22

6:09 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$419

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/3

6:10 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 33m

San Diego

Mon 6/8

6:09 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$439

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to San Diego

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 April 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to San Diego is 45 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of $87). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 April 2, 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 24% 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 March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

The best insider tips for Minneapolis to San Diego flights

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSP

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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 April 2, 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.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 8 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to San Diego flight route?

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

    Departing from Minneapolis to San Diego will take you 3h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1530 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($112), Sun Country Air ($155), and American Airlines ($173) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to San Diego. These flights start at 65% 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 $79 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sun Country Air from $89 and Alaska Airlines from $109 one-way.

  • 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 (87%), KLM (86%), Delta (84%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $339 for a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $129 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego) is currently priced at $188.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego 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 Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of $87). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 7 airlines flying from Minneapolis to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to San Diego. 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 April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$217Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$418Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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