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

• Earliest: departs at 06:15 and lands at 09:58
• Latest: departs at 18:26 and lands at 22:09.

The flight takes about 3h 43m.

A direct flight from San Diego to Minneapolis takes 3h 43m, covering 1,530 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from San Diego to Minneapolis range from £234 to £388, with an average of £303 over the past 12 months. Anything below £234 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the £303 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at £306 return and stopover options via Denver Intl (DEN) at £300.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 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 San Diego to Minneapolis flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

Delta is the only airline on the San Diego to Minneapolis route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from San Diego to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £153, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £51 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget

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

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 76% of one-stop connections
• Austin Bergstrom (AUS) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 4% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) – 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Diego to Minneapolis. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £288 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £330, a difference of £42.

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

2 airlines operate flights between San Diego and Minneapolis. The airlines offering direct 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 of 5h 47m, compared to 6h 16m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 22m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Minneapolis are U.S. Bank Stadium and Qwest Building. These are among the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Diego to Minneapolis 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 Economy class

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