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$133+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Orlando (MCO)

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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MCO
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Diego to Orlando are usually found in August or September, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Orlando

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Orlando (MCO). 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 March 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$262
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$133
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Orlando
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Orlando. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 3/206:15 amSAN - MCO
2 stops24h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/316:47 pmMCO - SAN
3 stops32h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$262
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 3/1810:29 amSAN - MCO
1 stop12h 17mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/219:16 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 5/132:10 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Mon 5/196:45 amMCO - SAN
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/2$266
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 5/139:41 pmSAN - MCO
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/197:00 amMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$268
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1012:48 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop14h 21mFrontier
Sun 3/168:59 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop30h 21mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/188:25 amSAN - MCO
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/203:04 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$281
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/106:15 amSAN - MCO
1 stop9h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 4/117:00 amMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/2$292
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/227:20 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop12h 15mSouthwest
Wed 6/255:50 pmMCO - SAN
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/296:04 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/113:40 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop8h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$366
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/176:23 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop20h 54mSun Country Air
Wed 7/2312:30 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop22h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/2$395

Find flights from San Diego to Orlando within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Orlando 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 March 3, 2025.

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San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Thu 3/20

6:15 am-9:27 am

2 stops24h 12m

Orlando

Mon 3/31

6:47 pm-11:51 pm

3 stops32h 04m

$262

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 3/18

10:29 am-1:46 am

1 stop12h 17m

Orlando

Fri 3/21

9:16 pm-7:41 am

1 stop13h 25m

$263

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 5/13

7:18 pm-5:48 am

1 stop7h 30m

Orlando

Mon 5/19

6:45 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$266

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 5/13

9:41 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 59m

Orlando

Mon 5/19

7:00 am-9:24 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$268

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Wed 3/26

6:55 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Orlando

Thu 4/3

8:46 pm-7:45 am

1 stop13h 59m

$270

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 3/18

8:25 am-8:21 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Orlando

Thu 3/20

3:04 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$281

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Thu 4/10

6:15 am-6:59 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Orlando

Fri 4/11

7:00 am-9:47 am

Nonstop5h 47m

$292

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Sun 6/22

7:20 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 15m

Orlando

Wed 6/25

5:50 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$337

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Sat 3/29

6:04 pm-5:32 am

1 stop8h 28m

Orlando

Fri 4/11

3:40 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$366

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Thu 7/17

6:23 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop20h 54m

Orlando

Wed 7/23

12:30 pm-8:01 am

1 stop22h 31m

$395

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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 Orlando in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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-Orlando Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Orlando Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Orlando Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Orlando Airport 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-Orlando Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Diego to Orlando Airport flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your San Diego to Orlando Airport trip
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SAN

Plan for traffic congestion when heading to SAN. Arrive at least two hours early to avoid stress.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
MCO

Skip car rentals at MCO; rideshares are affordable and convenient for exploring Orlando.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Orlando

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Orlando from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Orlando

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Orlando. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Orlando Airport is 27 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 Orlando Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Orlando Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 MCO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Orlando. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Orlando Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Orlando Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Orlando. Price data was last updated on February 23, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Orlando Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Orlando. 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 March 3, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to MCO are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Orlando by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orlando Airport ranges from 2.4 - 8.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Orlando Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Orlando by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orlando Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Orlando

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orlando. 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 Orlando. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from San Diego to Orlando 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
152 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,319 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Orlando. 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 Orlando?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Orlando from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Orlando should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily outbound flights to Orlando from 7 different airlines.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $262, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Orlando Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Alaska Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $133. Users have also found prices from $138 and $139 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Orlando Airport from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (79%), LATAM Airlines (77%), Alaska Airlines( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Orlando Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $707 for a flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Orlando) is currently priced at $138.

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

    Most of the time, San Diego to Orlando Airport flights that have layovers will stop in Phoenix.

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

    The majority of Phoenix visitors spend their time at Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall. Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall can be visited by traveling about 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.3 mi respectively from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Those on a layover in Phoenix in need of a rental car can book one at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl for about $59.

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

    Of the flights from San Diego to Orlando Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Orlando 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 Orlando Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Orlando Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 Orlando

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Orlando. 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$104Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$220Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$243Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$267Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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