Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $228.

How often are flights from Minneapolis to San Diego delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Minneapolis and San Diego have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What airlines fly to San Diego?

Sun Country Air, Delta and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Minneapolis according to our data. Sun Country Air is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Minneapolis and San Diego?

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 82% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

How many flights depart from Minneapolis to San Diego on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 52 flights per week flying from Minneapolis to San Diego. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego?

Frontier, Sun Country Air, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 01m.

How many flights depart from Minneapolis to San Diego on average per day?

As of October 2025, 7 flights take off from Minneapolis and land in San Diego each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 72% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

According to our data, Aeromexico have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 18m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport is 6 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of July, then departing from Minneapolis during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $271.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Minneapolis to San Diego is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $304. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $347. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $272. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $371.

What is the cheapest Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Minneapolis when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $306 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Minneapolis for as low as $263 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Minneapolis to San Diego flight.

How have Minneapolis to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Minneapolis to San Diego flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Diego from Minneapolis in the past 72 hours is $119. The best round-trip flight deal from Minneapolis to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $261.

The fastest flight from Minneapolis to San Diego takes 3h 45m

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How far is Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego by plane?
There are 1529.6 mi between Minneapolis St Paul and San Diego. Typically, this will take 3h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport is 6 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Minneapolis to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Minneapolis to San Diego is Airbus A321-100/200 (52.78% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (44.81%), Airbus A320-100/200 (1.61%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (0.15%).
What is the most popular airline from Minneapolis to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Minneapolis to San Diego is Delta (45% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Sun Country Air (44%), Frontier (7%), and Southwest (2%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,128 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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Delta Flights From Minneapolis to San Diego
Delta operates around 21 flights from Minneapolis to San Diego every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $386, but momondo users have found Delta deals from Minneapolis to San Diego from as low as $199 round-trip. Delta has been scored 7.9/10 in 7,981 reviews.
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Across 334 Sun Country Air reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.9/10. Sun Country Air flies from Minneapolis to San Diego about 2 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $154 to $256. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Minneapolis to San Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of July, then departing from Minneapolis during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $271.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $272. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $371.

What is the cheapest Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Minneapolis to San Diego flight.

How have Minneapolis to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Minneapolis to San Diego flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego?

Frontier, Sun Country Air, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Minneapolis St Paul to San Diego

What airlines fly to San Diego?

How often are flights from Minneapolis to San Diego delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Minneapolis and San Diego have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Minneapolis to San Diego flights?

According to our data, Aeromexico have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Minneapolis and San Diego?

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 82% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $228.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 18m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Minneapolis to San Diego?

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 01m.

How many flights depart from Minneapolis to San Diego on average per day?

As of October 2025, 7 flights take off from Minneapolis and land in San Diego each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 72% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Minneapolis to San Diego on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 52 flights per week flying from Minneapolis to San Diego. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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