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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 364
Typical prices: C$ 413-C$ 695
Sun Country Air
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MSP - SAN • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 210
Typical prices: C$ 228-C$ 480
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Mon 1/1
MSP - SAN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Sun Country Air. Average duration is 3h 59m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 365 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to San Diego (MSP-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to San Diego

Mon, 18 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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3:25 p.m. - 5:17 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 52mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 38mdirect
C$ 364Sun Country Air
20 hours ago
Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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3:25 p.m. - 5:17 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 52mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 38mdirect
C$ 378Sun Country Air
18 hours ago
Fri, 1 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
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10:00 a.m. - 12:01 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
4h 01mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 38mdirect
C$ 392Sun Country Air
3+ days ago
Thu, 7 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
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3:25 p.m. - 5:17 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 52mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 38mdirect
C$ 406Sun Country Air
2 hours ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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3:15 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 57mdirect
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6:20 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 37mdirect
C$ 420Sun Country Air
2 days ago
Mon, 22 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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3:20 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 50mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:52 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 37mdirect
C$ 435Sun Country Air
19 hours ago
Mon, 4 Jan - Thu, 7 Jan
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2:50 p.m. - 4:47 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 57mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 38mdirect
C$ 449Sun Country Air
2 hours ago
Mon, 4 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
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2:50 p.m. - 4:47 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 57mdirect
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6:15 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 38mdirect
C$ 463Sun Country Air
2 hours ago
Mon, 15 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
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3:20 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
3h 52mdirect
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6:00 p.m. - 11:37 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 37mdirect
C$ 477Sun Country Air
17 hours ago
Wed, 9 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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7:00 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SAN San Diego
16h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Sacramento Intl
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8:06 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.SAN  San Diego-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
13h 53m2 stops Sacramento Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 487Alaska Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Minneapolis to San Diego flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Diego typically range from C$ 413 to C$ 695. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 364, on Sun Country Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego at C$ 442 round-trip.
•March (C$ 669) and October (C$ 660) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to San Diego are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Minneapolis to San Diego flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 210
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Minneapolis to San Diego

When to book flights from Minneapolis to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Minneapolis to San Diego flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to San Diego:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 12:54 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 1:58 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 59m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego.

  • How long does a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego take?

    A direct flight from Minneapolis to San Diego takes 3h 59m, covering 3,963 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Diego range from C$ 413 to C$ 695, with an average of C$ 547 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 413 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the C$ 547 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 365 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to C$ 560 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Minneapolis to San Diego spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to San Diego flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to San Diego changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 364 to C$ 1,915. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Minneapolis to San Diego route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to San Diego are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 326, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Europcar
    • Payless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Flights from Minneapolis to San Diego usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Minneapolis to San Diego route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 49m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to San Diego pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to San Diego most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 90% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 498 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 594, a difference of C$ 96.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and San Diego. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Sun Country Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h, compared with 6h 06m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 15m via Portland (PDX).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and San Diego?

    San Diego is 2 hours behind Minneapolis (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are San Diego Convention Center, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, and Mission Beach. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to San Diego flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Does Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport offer services for disabled passengers?

    Customers with mobility limitations have the special needs shuttle to travel between terminals. This service is also available if you have small children and are carrying luggage. The service offers an alternative to the light rail, which should transport passengers between terminals. You can access the shuttle at Terminal 2. It drops off at Terminal 1 and also makes return trips.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to San Diego, California?

    You can book different flights through KAYAK if you want to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego. There are nonstop flights from Delta you can use if you want to travel quickly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Delta also offers a flight that includes one stop at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

  • Can I access free Wi-Fi at San Diego International Airport?

    You can connect to the San Diego International Airport free Wi-Fi by searching “#SANfreewifi.” This service includes 2h sessions and offers speeds that allow streaming and downloads. If you want to use it longer, you can log back in and a new session is activated at no cost.

  • Are there pet relief areas at San Diego International Airport?

    There are several pet relief areas at the San Diego International Airport. You can find one of these facilities in pre-security areas, and one is located in Terminal 2 West. Each of these facilities is outfitted with natural and artificial grass, trash cans, bags, and a sink.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 498, about C$ 96 less than Saturday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 442 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 227 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 85% of Delta flights from Minneapolis to San Diego arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 49m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 365 round-trip on this route – about C$ 196 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Wyndham San Diego Bayside
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
  • Travelers flying from Minneapolis, Minnesota to San Diego, California, can travel through the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), which offers multiple airlines, including Frontier, Delta, and Alaska Airlines.
  • People with mobility limitations and families with small children and heavy luggage can use the Special Needs shuttle at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, which is an alternative to the light rail between terminals.
  • Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi) is available throughout the terminals and public areas at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. Open your device and connect to the MSP Airport Wi-Fi. You need to accept the terms and conditions to unlock access to the service.
  • You can use the quiet seating area in Terminal 1 Mezzanine Level opposite the Airport Mall at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. The area is suitable for resting, reading, and meditation.
  • Traveling from Minneapolis through Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, you’ll arrive at San Diego through the San Diego International Airport (SAN), which serves downtown San Diego and neighboring areas.
  • For people with disabilities, the San Diego International Airport offers different services, including wheelchair accessibility at all terminals. You can find parking spaces for disabled passengers in all parking lots.
  • To travel from San Diego International Airport to downtown San Diego, you can use public transit, which stops between Terminals 1 and 2. The bus service offers 15min trips that connect with Coaster, Trolley, and Amtrak stations.
  • There are dining services at San Diego International Airport. Find Bankers Hill Bar & Market in Terminal 1 at Gate 7. The California Pizza Kitchen is in Terminal 2 at Gate 26.

Prefer to fly direct from Minneapolis to San Diego?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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Direct returns

San Diego to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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