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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Diego (PHL - SAN) from $44

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 5/21. 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.
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May 6 — May 131
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The best prices from Philadelphia to San Diego are usually found in September or January, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Diego (SAN). 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 May 1, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$288

One-way from

$44
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Diego?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 34% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Philadelphia to San Diego, book at least 29 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 33% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $455 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $566.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Diego from Philadelphia. Prices for September average $575 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $216. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a September flight can save you 24% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego (PHL - SAN)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Philadelphia and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've come across from Philadelphia to San Diego. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$112
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1812:15 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$115
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$127
Tue 5/218:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/42:38 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$128
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/228:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$134
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/208:59 amSAN - PHL
1 stop27h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$136
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/206:15 amSAN - PHL
2 stops21h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$137
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1812:15 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$138
Tue 5/146:00 amPHL - SAN
3 stops30h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$141

Cheap Frontier flights from Philadelphia to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Philadelphia and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Frontier flights departing from Philadelphia and landing in San Diego. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 5/168:17 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop28h 08mFrontier
Tue 5/2110:26 amSAN - PHL
1 stop22h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$140
Thu 5/168:17 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop28h 08mFrontier
Thu 5/232:08 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$154
Sat 5/188:27 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop13h 37mFrontier
Mon 5/208:04 amSAN - PHL
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$155
Fri 5/108:50 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 42mFrontier
Tue 5/147:09 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
Sat 5/251:15 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Sat 6/12:55 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$179
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Sat 5/183:02 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 32mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$180
Sun 5/128:40 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Thu 5/232:08 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$183
Fri 5/108:50 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 42mFrontier
Thu 5/162:08 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$184
Thu 5/302:14 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Sun 6/28:04 amSAN - PHL
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$185

Cheap Philadelphia to San Diego flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Philadelphia to San Diego specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Prices were last updated on May 1, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Philadelphia to San Diego in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/218:04 amSAN - PHL
1 stop25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$109
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$112
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1812:15 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$115
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$127
Tue 5/218:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/42:38 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$128
Wed 5/154:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/212:39 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop18h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$129
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/228:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$134
Tue 5/214:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/238:04 amSAN - PHL
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$135
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/208:59 amSAN - PHL
1 stop27h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$136

Philadelphia to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Philadelphia and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Philadelphia to San Diego in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/218:04 amSAN - PHL
1 stop25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$109
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$112
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1812:15 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$115
Tue 5/148:00 amPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/218:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$127
Tue 5/218:00 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/42:38 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$128
Wed 5/154:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/212:39 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop18h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$129
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/228:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$134
Tue 5/214:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/238:04 amSAN - PHL
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$135
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/208:59 amSAN - PHL
1 stop27h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$136

Non-stop flights to San Diego from Philadelphia

Discover non-stop flight options from Philadelphia to San Diego. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from Philadelphia to San Diego in the near future. If you're looking for other options for flights from Philadelphia to San Diego, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 6/16:45 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/410:32 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$355
Wed 6/56:30 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/116:30 amSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$365
Sat 6/156:30 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/2210:50 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$403
Sat 6/16:45 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/310:32 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$405
Tue 5/288:50 amPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/110:32 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$413
Thu 6/276:30 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/310:50 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$415
Wed 7/173:54 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:15 amSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$427
Tue 5/218:50 amPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/410:32 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$437
Sun 6/238:50 amPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/210:50 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$445

Philadelphia to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Philadelphia to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to San Diego. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 5/77:58 amPHL - SAN
3 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/811:13 amSAN - PHL
1 stop16h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$159
Tue 5/77:58 amPHL - SAN
3 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/810:04 amSAN - PHL
2 stops17h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$174
Sat 5/115:09 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop17h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/158:41 amSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$177
Fri 5/108:50 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 42mFrontier
Tue 5/147:09 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 44mFrontier
Wed 5/84:07 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$179
Tue 5/78:40 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 44mFrontier
Sat 5/112:19 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$180
Fri 5/108:50 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 42mFrontier
Thu 5/162:08 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$184
Tue 5/74:00 pmPHL - SAN
3 stops24h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/149:12 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops22h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$190
Tue 5/74:00 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops20h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/149:12 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops22h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$196

One-way flights to San Diego from Philadelphia

Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to San Diego. 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Philadelphia to San Diego. Those needing a return flight from Philadelphia to San Diego can use the search form above.
Tue 5/214:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$44
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$45
Tue 5/214:35 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops19h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$57
Tue 5/144:35 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops19h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$58
Wed 5/294:35 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop17h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$64
Tue 5/146:00 amPHL - SAN
3 stops30h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$72
Tue 5/77:58 amPHL - SAN
3 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$76
Wed 5/295:24 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$78
Sat 5/187:31 amPHL - SAN
1 stop19h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$86

Find flights from Philadelphia to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to San Diego 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

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$109 - $154

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PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/14

1 stop18h 16m

San Diego

Tue 5/21

1 stop25h 06m

$109

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/14

1 stop26h 51m

San Diego

Tue 5/21

1 stop11h 18m

$112

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/14

1 stop18h 16m

San Diego

Sat 5/18

1 stop7h 44m

$115

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/14

2 stops18h 53m

San Diego

Tue 5/21

1 stop11h 18m

$127

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/21

1 stop26h 51m

San Diego

Tue 6/4

1 stop11h 54m

$128

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Wed 5/15

1 stop17h 35m

San Diego

Tue 5/21

1 stop18h 31m

$129

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/21

1 stop18h 16m

San Diego

Thu 5/23

1 stop18h 20m

$135

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Thu 5/16

1 stop28h 08m

San Diego

Tue 5/21

1 stop22h 44m

$140

PhiladelphiaSan Diego

PHL - SAN

PHLSAN

Philadelphia

Thu 5/16

1 stop28h 08m

San Diego

Thu 5/23

1 stop12h 16m

$154

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When is the best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego, you should look to book at least 28 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Philadelphia to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Philadelphia to San Diego is currently $64 while a round-trip flight costs $128. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Philadelphia to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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.

January

$292

February

$297

March

$339

April

$301

May

$304

June

$360

July

$359

August

$311

September

$298

October

$288

November

$335

December

$305

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

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

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated May 1, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Philadelphia to San Diego to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,788 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Spirit Airlines
6.4
Okay
8,741 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Frontier
6.3
Okay
4,114 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We paid $161 for two exit row seats thinking there’d be extra leg room and not be cramped! The price we paid was a rip-off for these seats and the plane was extremely narrow and cramped. The male crew were okay but not super-friendly. When we picked up our luggage at baggage claim, someone ripped my luggage with a knife or blunt object and destroyed it!! I will be filling a claim for this and took pictures. I heard great reviews about this airline but am disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Philadelphia, then you need to book flights from Philadelphia to San Diego. There are 3 flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Philadelphia are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 26m is how long a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San Diego typically takes.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to San Diego for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $109, but on average you can expect to pay $136.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to San Diego for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to San Diego under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San Diego is less than $438.

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

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

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

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    6 flight departures from Philadelphia to San Diego per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 67% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    Spirit Airlines and Frontier can get you from Philadelphia to San Diego in just under 26h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 17m. The distance from Philadelphia to San Diego is about 2378 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($112), and Frontier ($140) offers the cheapest pricing from Philadelphia to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is priced at 80% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight from Philadelphia to San Diego check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, JetBlue or Delta.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego consider choosing American Airlines (90%), Iberia (83%) or British Airways (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to San Diego? While on average our users pay $621, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $197. The most popular route (Philadelphia - San Diego), is priced around $109.

  • What does PHL to SAN mean?

    Great question - PHL to SAN just means Philadelphia Airport to San Diego Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    The most popular layover on flights from Philadelphia to San Diego is Denver.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Denver travelers tend to visit Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Civic Center Park more than anywhere else. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Civic Center Park are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $44.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to San Diego flights?

    Philadelphia to San Diego flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Las Vegas.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Philadelphia to San Diego 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 Philadelphia to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Philadelphia to San Diego 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 Philadelphia to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to San Diego 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 Philadelphia to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Diego 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 Philadelphia to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Philadelphia to San Diego 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 Philadelphia to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Philadelphia to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/30.

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FrontierCheapest$130Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetBlueCheapest$143Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$258Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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