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$28+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to California

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to California (USCA). 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 December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$42
(Frontier)

One-way from

$29
(Frontier)
From San Diego to California
One-way flight from San Diego to California

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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:16 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Wed 1/112:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$58
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:16 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/86:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$63
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:16 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/127:45 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$64
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Thu 12/269:10 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Tue 12/318:40 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$71
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Thu 12/262:22 pmSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/314:52 pmOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$71
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Tue 12/314:26 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/39:00 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$72
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:00 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/58:43 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/3110:56 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Sat 1/41:15 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/297:16 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/26:49 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$119
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Wed 12/2512:46 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/287:26 pmSJC - SAN
1 stop12h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$133
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Sun 12/297:16 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 13mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/45:10 amSMF - SAN
1 stop8h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$152
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Sun 12/297:16 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop25h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/45:00 amRNO - SAN
1 stop8h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$190

Find flights from San Diego to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to California 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 December 19, 2024.

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SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Tue 1/21

12:55 pm-2:19 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/25

5:32 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$42

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Sun 2/2

5:01 pm-6:23 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/9

7:45 am-8:58 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$44

San DiegoOakland

SAN - OAK

SANOAK

San Diego

Fri 1/17

3:51 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Oakland

Sun 1/19

1:27 pm-2:56 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$48

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 2/1

7:48 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

11:24 am-1:08 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$49

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 1/15

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

1:42 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$51

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 1/18

7:48 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

7:40 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$54

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 1/17

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

10:35 pm-12:14 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$57

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 1/14

6:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

9:11 am-12:55 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$58

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 1/9

8:32 am-10:31 am

Nonstop1h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/11

9:00 pm-8:58 am

1 stop11h 58m

$64

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Sat 1/18

2:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/19

5:43 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$65

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to California

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to California (average of $240). Flying from San Diego to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

When flying from San Diego to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to California

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to California. 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 December 19, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to California, such as Delta, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,836 reviews

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7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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8.1

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8.2

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8.1

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Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Very good
4,836 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
135 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Good
9,048 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to California from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

  • How popular is this San Diego to California flight route?

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $29 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $29 and Southwest from $43 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to California?

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

    Consider China Eastern (97%), Air China (94%) or Copa Airlines (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to California.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to California is $154. On average you can expect to pay $1,285. The most popular route, (San Diego - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $33.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to California 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 California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to California (average of $240). Flying from San Diego to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to California. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$82FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$33Average$104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$79Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$111Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CitizenPlaneCheapest$180Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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