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San Diego.$306 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $306, select.
San Diego.$307 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.
San Diego.$307 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.
San Diego.$309 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
San Diego.$336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Diego.$336 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Diego.$336 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Diego.$336 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from $342
Jun
from $336
Jul
from $307
Aug
from $307
Sep
from $336
Oct
from $336
Nov
from $371
Dec
from $474
Jan
from $616
Feb
from $936
Mar
from $650
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Direct flights from Minneapolis to San Diego International

Minneapolis to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Minneapolis to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

Minneapolis to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$306
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week67

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International is $306. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis to San Diego International.
Delta, KLM and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Minneapolis to San Diego International.
As of May 2025, there are 67 flights per week flying from Minneapolis to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport on Friday, 27 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego International is Delta .

Travelling from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • All great adventures set off from Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out the options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport (SAN) departing from this base.

  • Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 52 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport.

  • San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 2 hours behind Minneapolis.

  • The busiest route is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), with 43 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MSP to SAN is the 08:50 Delta option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:57 with Delta.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Minneapolis to SAN.

  • With more travellers during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.

Airports in Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • You can take a direct flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport (SAN) out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport with Sun Country Airlines. This top airline operates services from MSP.

  • MSP is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.

  • Catching an early flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:

About San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • $138 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport. Return flights start from $306. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Minneapolis to SAN.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to SAN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport.

The best time to fly from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to San Diego. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Minneapolis to SAN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

  • Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • One of the best ways to get to know San Diego is to visit its most popular attractions. Some highlights include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

Complete your San Diego trip with a car rental

  • After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Minneapolis to San Diego International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in San Diego. Check out the deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Minneapolis to San Diego

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