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$54+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SAN
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/168:00 amMSP - SAN
2 stops11h 53mFrontier
Wed 12/176:34 amSAN - MSP
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/317:34 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Wed 1/77:00 amSAN - MSP
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/107:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Mon 12/154:57 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop27h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$204
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/229:46 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop28h 13mFrontier
Fri 12/266:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop15h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$205
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/127:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Wed 12/176:34 amSAN - MSP
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$207
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/107:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Sun 12/144:47 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop23h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/198:50 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop5h 09mFrontier
Fri 12/266:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Fri 12/127:07 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop22h 45mFrontier
Fri 12/266:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop15h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/247:34 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$210
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:00 amMSP - SAN
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Mon 12/154:57 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop27h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/186:45 amMSP - SAN
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
Fri 1/166:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/229:46 pmMSP - SAN
2 stops14h 11mFrontier
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$218

Find flight deals from Minnesota to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$54
(WAYA)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$265 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/1

3:24 pm-5:21 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

San Diego

Thu 2/5

6:09 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$198

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/31

11:45 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

6:15 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$239

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/22

6:45 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Diego

Tue 1/27

6:15 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$239

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

6:48 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Diego

Wed 1/21

3:00 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$239

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/31

6:45 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Diego

Fri 2/6

3:00 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$239

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/21

11:45 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Diego

Mon 1/26

6:15 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$239

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/5

6:45 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

6:15 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$239

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/3

7:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San Diego

Tue 2/10

12:00 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$240

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 12/20

1:10 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop25h 01m

San Diego

Sun 1/11

9:19 pm-9:57 am

1 stop10h 38m

$250

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/14

11:35 am-4:55 pm

2 stops7h 20m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

7:05 am-8:15 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$252

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Minnesota with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego (average of $87). Flying from Minnesota to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 MN to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 December 4, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from Minnesota to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minnesota to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minnesota to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minnesota to San Diego flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 December 4, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to SAN are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Minnesota?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Minnesota. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Flights from Minnesota to San Diego have been viewed 62 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $198, Sun Country Air can have you in San Diego from Minnesota in 3h 57m. Minnesota and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1530 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minnesota to San Diego are Frontier ($54), Sun Country Air ($87), and American Airlines ($100).

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to San Diego?

    While some choose either Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - San Diego or Fargo Hector Field - San Diego, Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego is the most popular route from Minnesota to San Diego.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minnesota to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minnesota to San Diego consider choosing Aeromexico (100%), Sun Country Air (94%) or Air France (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Minnesota to San Diego is generally $349, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $88. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay $153 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego (average of $87). Flying from Minnesota to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 6 airlines flying from Minnesota to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$155Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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