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$83+ 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SAN
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mar. 8/26
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Cheap 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 agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Priceline)

One-way from

$83
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$203 or less

Good one-way deal

$117 or less
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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 agosto 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
vie. 9/53:06 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/75:37 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$183
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mié. 11/57:50 amMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/95:49 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$184
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
vie. 9/263:06 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mSun Country Air
lun. 9/295:51 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/14$185
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/203:07 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
dom. 8/246:29 amSAN - FSD
1 stop4h 54mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 9/118:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
jue. 9/1812:33 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops9h 44mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 11/133:12 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 55mSun Country Air
dom. 11/165:49 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/14$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 9/48:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
jue. 9/116:25 amSAN - MSP
2 stops12h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
vie. 10/38:38 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
lun. 10/610:30 amSAN - MSP
2 stops20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$190
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
sáb. 9/135:00 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
lun. 9/2210:20 amSAN - MSP
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 9/258:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 53mFrontier
dom. 9/285:37 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 10/236:00 amMSP - SAN
2 stops14h 28mFrontier
mar. 10/282:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
vie. 9/53:06 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/66:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$194

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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 agosto 14, 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

vie. 9/5

3:06 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

dom. 9/7

5:37 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$183

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 11/5

7:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Diego

lun. 11/10

6:07 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$184

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 11/12

7:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Diego

dom. 11/16

5:49 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$184

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 9/5

3:06 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

jue. 9/11

6:06 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$185

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 9/26

3:06 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

lun. 9/29

5:51 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$185

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 9/26

3:06 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

dom. 9/28

5:15 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$185

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

mié. 8/20

3:07 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

dom. 8/24

6:29 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$186

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

mié. 8/20

3:07 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

lun. 8/25

6:25 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$186

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 9/5

8:38 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 15m

San Diego

mié. 9/10

10:16 am-8:46 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$187

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 9/4

8:16 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 37m

San Diego

jue. 9/18

6:25 am-12:17 am

2 stops15h 52m

$187

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minnesota 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 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 agosto 14, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 71 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 ($83), Sun Country Air ($99), and American Airlines ($126).

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

    While some choose either Fargo Hector Field - San Diego or Sioux Falls Joe Foss 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 WestJet (79%), Sun Country Air (68%) or Delta (67%) 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 $231, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $99. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay $175 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Minnesota 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.

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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 agosto 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$154Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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