Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Saint Paul, MN from $67

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — MSP
Jun 11 — Jun 181

The best prices from San Diego to Saint Paul are usually found in April or February, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Saint Paul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Saint Paul (SA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$247

One-way from

$107
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From San Diego to Saint Paul
One-way flight from San Diego to Saint Paul

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

To save on the cost of your flight from San Diego to Saint Paul, book at least 24 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 34% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $365 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $428.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Saint Paul?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Saint Paul. Flights to Saint Paul from San Diego in April are about $329 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $119.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to SA1?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Saint Paul as you normally would.

Cheap San Diego to Saint Paul flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Saint Paul specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Saint Paul in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 6/259:19 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$139
Mon 6/1710:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/2010:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$140
Mon 7/810:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$145
Mon 6/2410:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/264:40 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$146
Tue 7/239:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/307:30 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$153
Tue 7/169:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/307:30 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$154
Mon 6/1710:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/182:06 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$155
Mon 6/242:30 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops20h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/264:40 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$161
Tue 6/253:20 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops22h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$164

San Diego to Saint Paul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Saint Paul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Saint Paul in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 9/182:20 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Mon 9/2310:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$132
Tue 6/259:19 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$139
Wed 9/117:24 amSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Tue 9/1710:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$140
Mon 7/810:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/104:42 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$145
Mon 6/2410:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/264:40 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$146
Tue 9/102:29 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop17h 11mFrontier
Thu 9/1210:59 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$148
Tue 7/239:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/307:30 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$153
Tue 7/169:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/307:30 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$154
Mon 6/1710:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/182:06 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$155

San Diego to Saint Paul flights leaving soon

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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San Diego to Saint Paul. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Wed 6/126:59 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/1610:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$175
Wed 6/129:36 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops15h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1710:46 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop16h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$199
Thu 6/132:56 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1610:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$202
Wed 6/126:59 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/1610:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$210
Thu 6/138:16 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1610:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$211
Wed 6/129:36 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops15h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1710:46 pmMSP - SAN
2 stops17h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$214
Wed 6/126:59 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/1610:08 amMSP - SAN
2 stops25h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$217
Wed 6/126:59 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1610:16 pmMSP - SAN
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$220
Sat 6/155:55 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 11mFrontier
Thu 6/2711:03 amMSP - SAN
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$221

One-way flights to Saint Paul from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Saint Paul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Diego to Saint Paul. For those needing a return trip from San Diego, there is a search form available above.
Wed 9/182:20 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$67
Tue 9/1710:15 amSAN - MSP
1 stop21h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$72
Mon 6/2410:40 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$77
Tue 7/239:24 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$79
Sat 6/158:39 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$80
Tue 7/165:32 pmSAN - MSP
1 stop20h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$83
Sun 9/298:28 amSAN - MSP
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$84
Mon 8/1210:05 amSAN - MSP
1 stop10h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$87
Mon 6/242:30 pmSAN - MSP
2 stops20h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$88

Find flights from San Diego to Saint Paul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Saint Paul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Wed 9/18

1 stop5h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/23

1 stop9h 25m

$132

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SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 6/25

1 stop16h 31m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/10

1 stop7h 04m

$139

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SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Wed 9/11

1 stop12h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/17

1 stop9h 25m

$140

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SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Mon 7/8

1 stop12h 26m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/10

1 stop7h 04m

$145

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SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Mon 6/24

1 stop12h 26m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/26

1 stop7h 47m

$146

San DiegoMinneapolis St Paul

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Tue 9/10

1 stop17h 11m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/12

1 stop9h 25m

$148

San DiegoMinneapolis St Paul

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Mon 6/24

1 stop12h 26m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/28

1 stop13h 50m

$169

San DiegoMinneapolis St Paul

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Thu 8/1

Nonstop3h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/4

Nonstop3h 46m

$195

San DiegoMinneapolis St Paul

SAN - MSP

SANMSP

San Diego

Fri 7/19

Nonstop3h 46m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/24

Nonstop3h 47m

$279

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Saint Paul is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Saint Paul flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul

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Temperature and rainfall in Saint Paul by month

Plan your trip to Saint Paul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MSP

Temperature

15.8 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Saint Paul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Saint Paul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Saint Paul. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air from San Diego to Saint Paul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.2
Good
593 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Saint Paul from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 5 outbound flights to Saint Paul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Saint Paul. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Saint Paul for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Saint Paul for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $132, but on average you can expect to pay $157.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to Saint Paul for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Diego to Saint Paul under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to Saint Paul is less than $219.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Saint Paul for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to Saint Paul within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Saint Paul flight route?

  • How many flights depart from San Diego to Saint Paul on average per day?

    On average 4 flights depart from San Diego to Saint Paul per day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Saint Paul can take about 5h 39m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $132. Airlines will cover a distance of 1538 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Saint Paul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $67 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $77 and Sun Country Air from $92 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul consider choosing WestJet (100%), Air France (95%) or Virgin Atlantic (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Saint Paul? While on average our users pay $689, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $96. The most popular route (San Diego - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $144.

  • What does SAN to MSP mean?

    SAN stands for San Diego Airport, while MSP stands for Minneapolis St Paul Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Rochester Airport (RST), Eau Claire Airport (EAU), Saint Cloud Airport (STC), Mankato Airport (MKT) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Saint Paul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Saint Paul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Saint Paul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Saint Paul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Saint Paul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Saint Paul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Saint Paul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Saint Paul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Saint Paul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Saint Paul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Saint Paul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Saint Paul flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Saint Paul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Saint Paul?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from San Diego to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Saint Paul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$121Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from San Diego to Saint Paul

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29%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
17%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
54%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Saint Paul

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Saint Paul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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