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$30+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Los Angeles (SAN - LAX)

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — LAX
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Los Angeles are usually found in October or June, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 January 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$72
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$30
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$218

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$256 or less
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From San Diego to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Thu 2/206:15 amSAN - LAX
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/275:55 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$72
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 3/116:25 amSAN - LAX
2 stops31h 10mFrontier
Tue 3/186:02 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop26h 27mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$129
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 3/110:05 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/11:45 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop10h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/23$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 2/135:45 pmSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Sun 2/169:20 amLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/23$189
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Fri 2/79:55 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/1110:14 amLAX - SAN
1 stop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$256
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Wed 3/266:07 amSAN - LAX
1 stop5h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/78:30 pmLAX - SAN
3 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Wed 5/2812:21 pmSAN - LAX
3 stops23h 37mBreeze Airways
Sun 6/112:43 pmLAX - SAN
3 stops23h 15mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/23$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Tue 4/16:30 amSAN - LAX
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/810:34 amLAX - SAN
1 stop11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/23$753
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/228:30 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop13h 40mJetBlue
Fri 6/208:35 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop12h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 1/23$1,161

Find flights from San Diego to Los Angeles within your budget

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Thu 2/20

6:15 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/27

7:44 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop3h 12m

$72

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SAN - LAX

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San Diego

Tue 3/11

6:25 am-1:35 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

6:02 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop26h 27m

$129

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 3/1

10:05 am-11:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

1:45 pm-12:14 am

1 stop10h 29m

$167

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SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 7/17

11:00 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/24

5:05 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop0h 53m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 2/12

4:20 pm-11:15 am

2 stops18h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

4:12 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$230

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 3/19

6:07 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/6

8:15 am-7:30 am

2 stops23h 15m

$232

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 5/28

12:21 pm-11:58 am

3 stops23h 37m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

12:43 pm-11:58 am

3 stops23h 15m

$534

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 2/20

6:15 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$30

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sun 3/2

2:28 pm-8:32 am

2 stops18h 04m

$88

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 3/15

7:55 pm-7:31 am

1 stop11h 36m

$97

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Los Angeles is 19 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from San Diego to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Los Angeles. 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 January 23, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

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

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated January 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Diego to Los Angeles. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

8.1
Very good
144 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

7.4
Good
3,186 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

7.4
Good
8,971 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 34 daily flights to Los Angeles from 3 different airlines. 1h 01m is how long a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Los Angeles flight route?

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($72), Frontier ($129), and United Airlines ($167) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Los Angeles. Spirit Airlines is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $30. Users have also found prices from $81 and $88 on Alaska Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (92%), Korean Air (87%), Scandinavian Airlines( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,443 for a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $72.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from San Diego to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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