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Cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego from C$ 224

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SAN
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 27 July 2026.

Mon 5/103:00 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun Country Air
Fri 9/105:51 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 27/7C$ 392
Thu 22/103:10 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun Country Air
Wed 28/105:45 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 23/7C$ 406
Thu 22/103:10 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun Country Air
Mon 26/105:57 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 23/7C$ 420
Sat 21/113:20 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 51m
Sun Country Air
Mon 30/115:37 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 38m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/7C$ 434
Mon 5/103:00 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun Country Air
Sun 11/109:00 a.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 27/7C$ 448
Thu 27/83:10 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun Country Air
Sun 30/86:18 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 23/7C$ 462
Wed 26/83:30 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 46m
Sun Country Air
Sun 30/86:18 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 23/7C$ 476
Sun 30/88:20 a.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 45m
Sun Country Air
Fri 4/95:54 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 33m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 25/7C$ 504
Sun 22/113:10 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 51m
Sun Country Air
Sat 28/115:49 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
Nonstop3h 38m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/7C$ 519
Thu 13/82:45 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Mon 17/810:40 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 23/7C$ 520
Tue 27/107:00 a.m.
MSP
-
SAN
2 stops15h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/118:03 a.m.
SAN
-
MSP
2 stops13h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 23/7C$ 524
Tue 18/812:25 p.m.
MSP
-
SAN
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 18/810:40 p.m.
SAN
-
MSP
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 23/7C$ 527

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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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 392

One-way from

C$ 224

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 526
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 8/1-29/1
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 30m total
  • Minneapolis to San Diego
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Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 24/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 46m total
  • Minneapolis to San Diego
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 22/8

3:30 p.m.-5:16 p.m.

Nonstop3h 46m

San Diego

Sun 23/8

5:53 p.m.-11:26 p.m.

Nonstop3h 33m

C$ 547

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/1

6:25 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop5h 55m

San Diego

Tue 26/1

7:40 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops8h 05m

C$ 573

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 21/10

8:55 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

Nonstop3h 53m

San Diego

Tue 27/10

12:00 p.m.-5:49 p.m.

Nonstop3h 49m

C$ 576

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 15/10

9:50 p.m.-11:39 p.m.

Nonstop3h 49m

San Diego

Mon 19/10

5:36 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

Nonstop3h 41m

C$ 576

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 16/9

6:59 p.m.-11:47 p.m.

1 stop6h 48m

San Diego

Sat 19/9

3:20 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 35m

C$ 590

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/9

9:22 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Mon 7/9

6:14 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

Nonstop3h 45m

C$ 590

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 16/10

9:59 p.m.-11:48 p.m.

Nonstop3h 49m

San Diego

Mon 19/10

7:59 p.m.-5:36 a.m.

1 stop7h 37m

C$ 590

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/12

10:15 a.m.-12:14 p.m.

Nonstop3h 59m

San Diego

Thu 10/12

9:43 a.m.-6:46 p.m.

1 stop7h 03m

C$ 590

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/9

6:48 p.m.-8:37 p.m.

Nonstop3h 49m

San Diego

Mon 14/9

6:25 a.m.-12:11 p.m.

Nonstop3h 46m

C$ 590

MinneapolisSan Diego

MSP - SAN

MSPSAN

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 19/12

12:30 p.m.-6:46 p.m.

1 stop8h 16m

San Diego

Sun 27/12

6:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 604

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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?

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 44 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, November 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$ 659). 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 27 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Minneapolis to San Diego in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, 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$ 402 and C$ 617 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 392 on Sun Country Air (8 Jan-29 Jan).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 46m. Fly via Sun Country Air, Southwest, or Delta 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: WestJet (100%), KLM (87%), Air France( 79%).

  • 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, November 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$ 659). 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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