Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
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September 16 - September 25
MSP - San Diego
$315
$222
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September 9 - September 20
MSP - San Diego
$293
$224
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September 12 - September 19
MSP - San Diego
$323
$229
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August 26 - August 28
MSP - San Diego
$229
$236
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August 26 - August 29
MSP - San Diego
$227
$237
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August 27 - August 28
MSP - San Diego
$229
$238
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August 18 - August 28
MSP - San Diego
$205
$238
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August 23 - August 28
MSP - San Diego
$226
$238
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October 4 - October 7
MSP - San Diego
$235
$238
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October 15 - October 22
MSP - San Diego
$318
$238
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Insights for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
How much is a round trip from Minneapolis to San Diego
Regular price: $252 - $330
Prices are currently below the regular range.
The regular price range for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego is $252 to $330. The current lowest deal is $222 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 25.
now $222
Low $252
High $330
The cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego is January, with a median price of $215. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $579. Prices are generally lower from January to November.
January
Flights from $215
March
Flights from $579
Direct flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
Sun Country Airlines
Last-minute flights going from Minneapolis to San Diego
Wed, Jul 1
MSP - San Diego
Minneapolis (MSP) - San Diego (SAN)
Frontier Airlines
$410
$314
One-way
Thu, Jul 2
MSP - San Diego
Minneapolis (MSP) - San Diego (SAN)
Sun Country Airlines
$334
$265
One-way
Fri, Jul 3
MSP - San Diego
Minneapolis (MSP) - San Diego (SAN)
Sun Country Airlines
$272
$246
One-way
Fri, Jul 3
MSP - San Diego
Minneapolis (MSP) - San Diego (SAN)
Sun Country Airlines
$298
$248
One-way
Fri, Jul 3
MSP - San Diego
Minneapolis (MSP) - San Diego (SAN)
Sun Country Airlines
$280
$248
One-way
Fri, Jul 3
MSP - San Diego
Minneapolis (MSP) - San Diego (SAN)
Sun Country Airlines
$294
$248
One-way
Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego
Jul 3 - Jul 7
$393 → $279
29%
Jul 17 - Jul 21
$373 → $261
30%
Jul 8 - Jul 14
$364 → $256
30%
Jul 22 - Jul 28
$350 → $250
29%
Popular Airports to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego
Minneapolis - San Diego route insights
💸 Price insights
Recent fares are above the typical level
Recent fares from Minneapolis to San Diego are above the typical level at $222.
📅 Best time to fly
Fly in January for the best prices
Historically, January offers the lowest median prices at $215 for Minneapolis to San Diego.
⏱️ Flight duration
Total flight time is 7h 27m
Flights from Minneapolis to San Diego typically take 7 hours and 27 minutes.
✈️ Airlines & availability
Frequent deals are available
Historically, deals for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.
🏆 Airline highlight
Sun Country Airlines offers direct flights
Sun Country Airlines provides direct flights from Minneapolis to San Diego.
🎯 Booking tip
Book flights below $218
Good prices for Minneapolis to San Diego flights are historically below $218.
Minneapolis main airports to depart from
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is a good option for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego.
📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$222
San Diego main airports to arrive at
San Diego International (SAN)
San Diego International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Minneapolis to San Diego.
📍 ~5 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car, bus, or shuttle).
💸 Flights from ~$222
McClellan–Palomar (CLD)
McClellan–Palomar Airport offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to the San Diego area.
📍 ~50 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car).
💸 Flights from ~$370
Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative
Tijuana International (TIJ)
Tijuana International (TIJ) is an excellent alternative for Mexico-bound flights, with direct access via the Cross Border Xpress.
📍 ~25 km from San Diego (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$474
John Wayne (SNA)
John Wayne (SNA) is a good alternative for domestic US travel, offering a balance of proximity and service.
📍 ~135 km from San Diego (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$234
Los Angeles International (LAX)
Los Angeles International (LAX) is a primary global hub with extensive international and domestic route options.
📍 ~180 km from San Diego (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$182
Ontario International (ONT)
Ontario International (ONT) is a reliable domestic alternative with growing service, often less congested than LAX or SNA.
📍 ~180 km from San Diego (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$209
Long Beach (LGB)
Long Beach (LGB) is very easy to navigate with fast security, a good alternative for specific West Coast routes.
📍 ~150 km from San Diego (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$297
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