Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego from C$ 136

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 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SAN
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 272

One-way from

C$ 136

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 387
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 25/9-28/9
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 24m total
  • Minneapolis to San Diego
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 25/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 48m total
  • Minneapolis to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find 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 29 July 2025.

Thu 25/93:06 p.m.MSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 48mSun Country Air
Sun 28/95:15 p.m.SAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 29/7C$ 272
Sat 13/911:00 a.m.MSP - SAN
Nonstop3h 46mDelta
Tue 16/94:36 p.m.SAN - MSP
Nonstop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 29/7C$ 274
Thu 18/93:30 p.m.MSP - SAN
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Sun 21/96:20 a.m.SAN - MSP
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 28/7C$ 301
Tue 14/101:17 p.m.MSP - SAN
1 stop8h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 17/1011:49 a.m.SAN - MSP
1 stop10h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 341
Sat 6/93:13 p.m.MSP - SAN
1 stop9h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/98:33 a.m.SAN - MSP
2 stops13h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 343

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Minneapolis

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 25/9

3:06 p.m.-4:54 p.m.

Nonstop3h 48m

San Diego

Sun 28/9

5:15 p.m.-10:51 p.m.

Nonstop3h 36m

C$ 272

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 13/9

11:00 a.m.-12:46 p.m.

Nonstop3h 46m

San Diego

Tue 16/9

4:36 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop3h 39m

C$ 274

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/10

3:13 p.m.-11:53 p.m.

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

11:05 a.m.-12:21 p.m.

1 stop23h 16m

C$ 300

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 18/9

3:30 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 35m

San Diego

Sun 21/9

6:20 a.m.-4:05 p.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 301

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 18/11

7:00 a.m.-2:47 p.m.

1 stop9h 47m

San Diego

Mon 24/11

2:19 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 40m

C$ 435

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 25/9

3:06 p.m.-4:54 p.m.

Nonstop3h 48m

C$ 136

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/9

1:30 p.m.-8:18 p.m.

1 stop8h 48m

C$ 142

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 27/9

6:05 a.m.-2:16 p.m.

1 stop10h 11m

C$ 150

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 27/8

8:50 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 151

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 19/8

8:00 a.m.-7:46 p.m.

2 stops13h 46m

C$ 314

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 29/7

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego

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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 25 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of C$ 289). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 393). 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 29 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Minneapolis to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 29 July 2025.

The most flights from MSP to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 29 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta from Minneapolis to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to San Diego round-trip from C$ 272. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from C$ 274, and Alaska Airlines, from C$ 300. Sun Country Air is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 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 C$ 136 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from C$ 142 and Alaska Airlines from C$ 150 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Diego from Minneapolis, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (85%), KLM (80%), Delta( 76%).

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of C$ 289). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 393). 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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