Cheap flights from Minnesota to San Diego (SAN) from $70

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 6/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MSP — SAN
Jun 10 — Jun 171

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Minnesota to San Diego at least 41 days early can save you up to 35% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 41 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Minnesota to San Diego for as little as $334 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $393 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to San Diego from Minnesota average $328. You can even find prices in April for less than $328, as users have found deals to San Diego from as low as $125. The month of March appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Diego from Minnesota. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 16%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MN to SAN?

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.

Cheap Minnesota to San Diego flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Minnesota to San Diego specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 5, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Diego in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 6/151:15 pmFAR - SAN
2 stops8h 08mFrontier
Sat 6/223:22 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop15h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$162
Tue 6/119:01 amMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1710:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$165
Fri 6/1411:21 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$167
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/165:50 pmSAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$168
Wed 6/194:40 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop23h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:59 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/3$169
Thu 6/1310:24 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$170
Fri 6/2811:21 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/110:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$171
Wed 6/1210:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Mon 6/1710:15 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$172
Wed 6/122:09 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Wed 7/33:06 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop18h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/3$172

Minnesota to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Minnesota and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Diego in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 8/1910:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Wed 8/217:24 amSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$132
Wed 6/194:40 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/259:19 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$134
Sat 8/1710:55 amMSP - SAN
1 stop5h 35mFrontier
Wed 8/217:24 amSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$136
Tue 9/1010:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop23h 41mFrontier
Tue 9/177:24 amSAN - MSP
1 stop24h 16mFrontier
Deal found 6/3$137
Tue 8/1310:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Tue 8/208:36 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$140
Mon 8/1910:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop23h 41mFrontier
Wed 8/217:24 amSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$143
Wed 7/174:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop25h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/239:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$144
Tue 6/119:01 amMSP - SAN
2 stops12h 23mFrontier
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$145
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/1510:38 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$146

Minnesota to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Minnesota to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Minnesota to San Diego departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 6/151:15 pmFAR - SAN
2 stops8h 08mFrontier
Sat 6/223:22 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop15h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$162
Tue 6/119:01 amMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1710:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$165
Fri 6/1411:21 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$167
Thu 6/1310:24 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$170
Wed 6/1210:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Mon 6/1710:15 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$172
Wed 6/122:09 pmFAR - SAN
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Wed 7/33:06 pmSAN - FAR
1 stop18h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/3$172
Wed 6/1210:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$174
Tue 6/119:01 amMSP - SAN
2 stops12h 23mFrontier
Mon 6/1710:15 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$175
Thu 6/1310:24 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/199:36 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$177

One-way flights to San Diego from Minnesota

Search for one-way flight options from Minnesota to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Minnesota to San Diego can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Minnesota to San Diego instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 6/1310:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$70
Tue 6/182:06 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/3$72
Tue 6/119:01 amMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$76
Sat 9/146:20 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$77
Mon 6/1010:46 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop27h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$78
Fri 7/511:21 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$79
Mon 6/1010:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$80
Tue 6/119:01 amMSP - SAN
2 stops12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$81
Thu 9/2610:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$84

Find flights from Minnesota to San Diego within your budget

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2024.

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Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/19

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Wed 8/21

1 stop12h 35m

$132

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/19

1 stop7h 47m

San Diego

Tue 6/25

1 stop16h 31m

$134

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/17

1 stop5h 35m

San Diego

Wed 8/21

1 stop12h 35m

$136

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/17

1 stop25h 55m

San Diego

Tue 7/23

1 stop16h 25m

$144

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/17

1 stop16h 34m

San Diego

Thu 6/20

1 stop10h 37m

$161

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/23

Nonstop3h 47m

San Diego

Mon 8/26

Nonstop3h 45m

$195

Sioux Falls Joe Foss FieldSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 8/31

1 stop6h 57m

San Diego

Tue 9/3

1 stop5h 25m

$208

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/17

Nonstop3h 47m

San Diego

Tue 7/23

Nonstop3h 46m

$239

Minneapolis St PaulSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 11/13

1 stop5h 36m

San Diego

Tue 11/19

1 stop7h 42m

$298

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Deals found on 6/5

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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 5, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. 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.
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.5
Good
994 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.4
Good
10,703 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.3
Good
14,229 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Minnesota to San Diego for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Minnesota to San Diego for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $132, but on average you can expect to pay $150.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Minnesota to San Diego under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Minnesota to San Diego is less than $223.

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

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

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Minnesota to San Diego?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

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

  • How many flights depart from Minnesota to San Diego on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 7 flights from Minnesota to San Diego on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 14% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 57% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 29% of flight departures

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

    For as low as $132, Frontier can have you in San Diego from Minnesota in 7h 47m. Minnesota and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1538 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 Spirit Airlines ($70), Frontier ($76), and Sun Country Air ($99).

  • 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 Air France (90%), Aeromexico (88%) or Delta (87%) 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 $228, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $77. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay $134 for that flight.

  • 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! Duluth Intl Airport (DLH), Rochester Airport (RST), Bemidji Beltrami County Airport (BJI), Brainerd Crow Wing County Airport (BRD), Falls Intl Airport (INL) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minnesota to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Minnesota to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Minnesota to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Minnesota to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minnesota to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Minnesota to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Minnesota to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Minnesota to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Minnesota to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Minnesota to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly 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 $288). Flying from Minnesota to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $347). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$89Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$121Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$335Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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Hourly flight availability from Minnesota to San Diego

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31%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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