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

• Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 11:40 am
• Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 1:54 am.

The flight takes about 3h 55m.

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

A direct flight from Minneapolis to San Diego takes 3h 55m, covering 3,963 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Diego range from C$ 395 to C$ 665, with an average of C$ 515 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 395 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 21% above the route average of C$ 515. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 366 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to C$ 525 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 35–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to San Diego flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 421 to C$ 2,569. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to San Diego flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Minneapolis to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 254, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 20 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

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

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 49 minutes.

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 94% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 1% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) – 1% of one-stop connections

Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Minneapolis to San Diego route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 475 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 554, a difference of C$ 79. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 6h 07m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 06m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

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

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.

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 First Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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.

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).

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.

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.