What is the most punctual flight time for Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How often are flights from Minneapolis to San Diego delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Minneapolis and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

Over the past year, Delta has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this Minneapolis to San Diego flight route?

Flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from Minneapolis to San Diego?

There are many flights that can get you from Minneapolis to San Diego in 3h 54m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Minneapolis to San Diego is about 2462 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego

The most flights from MSP to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

While on average a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego is generally C$ 839, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 839. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay C$ 430 for that flight.

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: Air France (84%), KLM (83%), Korean Air( 81%).

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

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego?

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 54 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of C$ 418). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 645). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Minneapolis to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 47% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Minneapolis to San Diego flights typically cost between C$ 418 and C$ 605 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 390 on Alaska Airlines (2 Feb-8 Feb).

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How popular is this Minneapolis to San Diego flight route?
Flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to San Diego?
There are many flights that can get you from Minneapolis to San Diego in 3h 54m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Minneapolis to San Diego is about 2462 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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: Air France (84%), KLM (83%), Korean Air( 81%).
What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?
While on average a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego is generally C$ 839, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 839. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - San Diego), you can expect to pay C$ 430 for that flight.
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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego (average of C$ 418). Flying from Minneapolis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 645). 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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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 54 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?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Minneapolis to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 47% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Minneapolis to San Diego flights typically cost between C$ 418 and C$ 605 in February.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 390 on Alaska Airlines (2 Feb-8 Feb).

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to San Diego

The most flights from MSP to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from Minneapolis to San Diego delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Minneapolis and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

Over the past year, Delta has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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Minneapolis to San Diego flights typically cost between C$ 418 and C$ 605 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 390 on Alaska Airlines (2 Feb-8 Feb).