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$33+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Irvine, CA

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Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Diego to Irvine are usually found in October or August, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Irvine

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Irvine (IR9). 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$65
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$33
(Expedia)
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Irvine
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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1010:10 amSAN - LAX
1 stop11h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/188:56 amLAX - SAN
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$65
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:15 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Wed 12/2510:35 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 57mDelta
Deal found 11/19$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/410:45 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/116:50 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$184
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/109:59 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop9h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$231
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/210:27 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/612:26 pmLAX - SAN
3 stops23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$260

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Irvine 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 12/10

10:10 am-9:37 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/18

8:56 am-5:11 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$65

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 1/4

6:15 am-8:31 pm

1 stop14h 16m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

8:08 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$157

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 12/18

6:15 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/25

10:35 pm-11:32 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 12/4

10:45 am-11:51 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

6:50 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

$184

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

10:14 am-8:19 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$227

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 4/18

12:35 pm-10:59 am

2 stops22h 24m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/19

5:40 pm-11:46 am

1 stop18h 06m

$633

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 4/1

6:37 am-3:22 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

6:10 am-2:46 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$1,021

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 12/10

10:10 am-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$33

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 2/15

7:55 pm-9:06 am

1 stop13h 11m

$123

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 11/30

8:33 am-7:02 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$144

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Irvine

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Irvine

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Irvine. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Irvine, you should look to book at least 79 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Irvine (average of $240). Flying from San Diego to Irvine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Irvine. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Irvine flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Irvine. 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to IR9 are scheduled on a Wednesday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Rainfall in Irvine by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine 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 Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, 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 Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Irvine have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was such a great experience. The crew were very helpful and kind throughout the journey. I’ve been telling my husband that it was the best plane experience I’ve ever been in.

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was such a great experience. The crew were very helpful and kind throughout the journey. I’ve been telling my husband that it was the best plane experience I’ve ever been in.

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was such a great experience. The crew were very helpful and kind throughout the journey. I’ve been telling my husband that it was the best plane experience I’ve ever been in.

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was such a great experience. The crew were very helpful and kind throughout the journey. I’ve been telling my husband that it was the best plane experience I’ve ever been in.

7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was such a great experience. The crew were very helpful and kind throughout the journey. I’ve been telling my husband that it was the best plane experience I’ve ever been in.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was such a great experience. The crew were very helpful and kind throughout the journey. I’ve been telling my husband that it was the best plane experience I’ve ever been in.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Irvine. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Irvine?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Irvine. You should not have trouble finding flights to Irvine from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 39 outbound flights to Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Irvine. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $33. Alaska Airlines flights start at $123 while deals on United Airlines start at $192 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Irvine consider choosing China Eastern (98%), Air France (93%) or Korean Air (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Irvine is generally $1,256, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $161. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $74 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Irvine (average of $240). Flying from San Diego to Irvine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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