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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 11:42 am
• Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 1:56 am.

The flight takes about 3h 57m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to San Diego takes 3h 57m, covering 1,530 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to San Diego range from $288 to $484, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $381 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $259 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to $389 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to San Diego flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $266 to $1,111. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to San Diego flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Minneapolis to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $155, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

Flights from Minneapolis to San Diego usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Minneapolis to San Diego route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 49m.

One-stop flights from Minneapolis to San Diego most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 91% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Minneapolis to San Diego. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $408, a difference of $58.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and San Diego. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 54m, compared with 6h 06m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 15m via Portland (PDX).

San Diego is 2 hours behind Minneapolis (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Minneapolis to San Diego flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the primary airport for flights from MSP to San Diego. It is near the city's main thoroughfares and shared transportation options.

Yes, MSP offers a special needs shuttle for travelers with mobility limitations. It is also available for travelers with young children. The shuttle provides an alternative to the light rail for trips between terminals. It can be accessed at Terminal 2 and also serves Terminal 1, the Quick Ride Ramp and the InterContinental Hotel.

For rental cars picked up at SAN, children should be properly secured in the back seat. Under California law, children age 8 or younger must ride in the rear seat, subject to listed exceptions.

Yes, MSP Airport offers a range of special services for travelers with disabilities flying to San Diego.

Yes, San Diego International Airport (SAN) has several pet relief areas, including one in the pre-security area and another in Terminal 2 West.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available at San Diego International Airport (SAN) through the "#SANfreewifi" network. Sessions last 2 hours and support streaming and downloads. After each session ends, travelers can log back in at no cost to start a new one.