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$86+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJD
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Cabo San Lucas flight deals. Data was last updated August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$267
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$416
From San Diego to Cabo San Lucas
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2610:02 amSAN - SJD
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/313:28 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:24 amSAN - SJD
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/512:02 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:24 amSAN - SJD
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/41:31 pmSJD - SAN
Nonstop2h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:24 amSAN - SJD
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/61:41 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop7h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:18 pmSAN - SJD
1 stop17h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1411:46 amSJD - SAN
Nonstop2h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:15 pmSAN - SJD
1 stop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/151:13 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:24 amSAN - SJD
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1511:46 amSJD - SAN
Nonstop2h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2610:32 amSAN - SJD
1 stop29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/314:25 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:15 amSAN - SJD
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/144:25 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$292
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:37 amSAN - SJD
Nonstop2h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/1511:46 amSJD - SAN
Nonstop2h 11mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/21$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:24 amSAN - SJD
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/73:25 pmSJD - SAN
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$295

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Cabo San Lucas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sun 10/26

10:02 am-2:28 pm

1 stop4h 26m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 10/31

3:28 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$267

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sun 10/26

9:48 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 10/31

10:40 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$276

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Mon 9/29

8:24 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Sat 10/4

1:31 pm-3:54 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$279

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Fri 9/12

10:18 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop17h 17m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Sun 9/14

11:46 am-1:57 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$281

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sat 9/13

5:15 pm-9:10 am

1 stop15h 55m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Mon 9/15

1:13 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$282

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sun 10/26

10:32 am-3:35 pm

1 stop29h 03m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 10/31

4:25 pm-2:07 pm

1 stop21h 42m

$287

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Thu 9/11

6:15 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Sun 9/14

4:25 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$292

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sat 10/4

8:24 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Tue 10/7

3:25 pm-8:15 am

1 stop16h 50m

$295

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sat 10/4

8:24 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Mon 10/6

11:45 am-2:09 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$296

San DiegoSan José del Cabo

SAN - SJD

SANSJD

San Diego

Sun 10/26

6:48 pm-11:28 am

1 stop16h 40m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas (average of $437). Flying from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to C4B?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Cabo San Lucas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cabo San Lucas. 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 Cabo San Lucas. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,672 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cabo San Lucas from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Cabo San Lucas should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Cabo San Lucas from 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Cabo San Lucas flight route?

    The San Diego to Cabo San Lucas flight path was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas in 2h 27m. Fly via American Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Diego and Cabo San Lucas is about 803 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Consider Southwest (100%), Alaska Airlines (70%) or Hawaiian Airlines (70%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas?

    On average you can expect to pay $323 for a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. The cheapest flight overall is $118 while the most popular route, (San Diego - San José del Cabo Los Cabos) is currently priced at $299.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas (average of $437). Flying from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$163Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$170Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$276Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$278Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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