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$90+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Diego (SAN)

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MSP — SAN
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
From Minnesota to San Diego
One-way flight from Minnesota to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minnesota to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minnesota to San Diego.

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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 June 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/124:37 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/196:15 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$183
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Wed 10/293:00 pmMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 45mSun Country Air
Mon 11/36:07 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/15$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2911:05 amMSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 46mDelta
Sat 8/96:25 amSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/14$199
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 6/264:37 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 22mFrontier
Sat 6/2811:59 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/16$200
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 6/257:48 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop5h 17mFrontier
Sun 6/296:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 6/16$200
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 7/104:37 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/1411:00 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$204
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Wed 8/273:13 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 40mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/87:45 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/15$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/155:46 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/211:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Wed 8/2712:40 pmMSP - SAN
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Sun 8/3110:55 amSAN - MSP
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/174:31 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2011:30 amSAN - FAR
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Wed 9/35:00 amFAR - SAN
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Sat 9/61:22 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/16$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:27 amFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Wed 8/2712:09 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/14$269

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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 June 16, 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

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 7/12

4:37 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 29m

San Diego

Sat 7/19

6:15 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$183

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/6

3:36 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

San Diego

Tue 8/12

5:59 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$198

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/29

11:05 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

San Diego

Sat 8/9

6:25 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$199

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/26

4:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Diego

Sat 6/28

11:59 am-12:44 am

1 stop10h 45m

$200

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/10

4:37 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

11:00 pm-4:36 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$204

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/12

5:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

San Diego

Wed 9/17

1:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$218

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/15

5:46 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

1:24 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$219

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/27

12:40 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

San Diego

Sun 8/31

10:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$224

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

San Diego

Mon 11/3

6:15 am-11:57 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$239

FargoSan Diego

FAR - SAN

FARSAN

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 9/17

4:31 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

11:30 am-10:04 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$251

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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 June 16, 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.

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 June 16, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

  • 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 Sun Country Air ($99), Frontier ($100), and Hawaiian Airlines ($109).

  • What are the most popular routes 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 (89%), KLM (82%) or Delta (80%) 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 $470, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $79. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay $198 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.

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    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 7 airlines flying from Minnesota to San Diego

Discover the top 7 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$156Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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