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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International to Minneapolis? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Minneapolis.₹ 4,660 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 4,660, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 6,733 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 6,733, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 8,639 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 8,639, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 9,108 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from San Diego International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 9,108, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 10,988 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,988, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 12,100 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,100, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 12,533 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,533, select.
Minneapolis.₹ 14,483 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 14,483, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jan
from ₹ 8,639
Feb
from ₹ 4,660
Mar
from ₹ 6,733
Apr
from ₹ 14,483
May
from ₹ 16,028
Jun
from ₹ 10,988
Jul
from ₹ 12,533
Aug
from ₹ 9,108
Sep
from ₹ 19,331
Oct
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Nov
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Dec
from ₹ 125,667
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:December

Direct flights from San Diego International to Minneapolis

Alternative San Diego International to Minneapolis routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Diego International to Minneapolis? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego to Minneapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 4,660
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week78

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

There are 3 airports in Minneapolis: Minneapolis St Paul, Minneapolis Downtown and St Cloud.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Minneapolis is ₹ 14,175. 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 43 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Minneapolis.
Delta, KLM and Air France fly direct from San Diego International to Minneapolis.
As of January 2026, there are 78 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Minneapolis.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Minneapolis is usually February.
If you're flying from San Diego International Airport, the cheapest airport near Minneapolis is Minneapolis St Paul – which is 11.5 km away from the centre of Minneapolis. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 14,175.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis on Sunday, 8 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around -11°C. July is typically the warmest month in Minneapolis, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Sun Country Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Minneapolis.

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

  • Approximately 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis.

  • Minneapolis is two hours ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located. Minneapolis follows the UTC-5 timezone.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most traveled route, with 30 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from SAN to MSP is with Sun Country Airlines at 18:45. Opt for the first departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 06:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • To avoid rushing for your SAN to Minneapolis flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Direct San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis tickets are available for booking. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) will be your arrival point.

  • Book your ticket with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline operates direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis.

  • Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis flight is ₹ 4,660. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 14,175. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SAN to Minneapolis.

  • The best month for picking up cheap San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SAN to Minneapolis.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Minneapolis and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SAN to Minneapolis.

  • The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.

Best time to go to Minneapolis

  • Before booking your flights from San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Minneapolis offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before booking a San Diego International Airport to Minneapolis flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.

More about Minneapolis

Explore more of United States

  • Minneapolis has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

  • Omaha is another standout destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without seeing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.

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