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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.RM773 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM773, select.
San Diego.RM809 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM809, select.
San Diego.RM835 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Fri, 15 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM835, select.
San Diego.RM835 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM835, select.
San Diego.RM855 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 23 Jul, 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 RM855, select.
San Diego.RM855 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 26 Jun, 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 RM855, select.
San Diego.RM856 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Sat, 21 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM856, select.
San Diego.RM856 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM856, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul 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 St Paul to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from RM1,006
Jun
from RM809
Jul
from RM773
Aug
from RM835
Sep
from RM929
Oct
from RM1,186
Nov
from RM1,048
Dec
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Jan
from RM2,123
Feb
from RM1,815
Mar
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Direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International

Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Minneapolis St Paul 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 foundRM773
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week68

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International is RM773. 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 St Paul to San Diego International.
Delta, KLM and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International.
As of May 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego International Airport on Friday, 4 July 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.
Currently, Sun Country Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.

  • San Diego is two hours behind Minneapolis and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 43 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport flights. The 08:50 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 21:57.

  • To ensure you get on your MSP to SAN flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Flying into San Diego (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Delta Air Lines.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers MSP to SAN flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services land without delay 73.36% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MSP and SAN:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is RM408. A return ticket is currently RM773. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MSP to SAN.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MSP to SAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.

  • When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MSP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • If you have a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SAN:

  • Go where the road takes you with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through San Diego and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

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

  • You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.

  • San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

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

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Diego in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you'd like to explore San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Phoenix is another well-known destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without seeing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Minneapolis to San Diego

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