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$29+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Palo Alto, CA

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SAN — SFO
dic. 27 — ene. 31
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vie. 1/3
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The best prices from San Diego to Palo Alto are usually found in September or October, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Palo Alto

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Palo Alto (P4L). 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 diciembre 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$52
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$29
(United Airlines)

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$156
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Palo Alto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Palo Alto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 22, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/244:37 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
mié. 1/112:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$69
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/286:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/112:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$133
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/286:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
lun. 12/307:42 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/279:58 amSAN - SFO
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/319:15 amSFO - SAN
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/297:05 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 23mDelta
vie. 1/36:55 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/21$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/297:13 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/314:35 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop3h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/284:05 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
sáb. 1/45:20 amSFO - SAN
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$271

Find flights from San Diego to Palo Alto within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Palo Alto 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 diciembre 22, 2024.

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San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

vie. 1/10

5:30 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

vie. 1/10

10:35 pm-12:14 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$52

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

vie. 1/3

10:16 am-11:59 am

Nonstop1h 43m

San Francisco

dom. 1/12

4:20 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$53

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mar. 2/4

1:34 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Francisco

mar. 2/11

7:40 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$87

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mar. 2/4

12:55 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 07m

San Francisco

mar. 2/11

10:25 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$88

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mar. 1/21

8:45 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

mar. 1/21

3:40 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$97

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

vie. 12/27

5:10 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 18m

San Francisco

lun. 12/30

9:29 am-3:26 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$216

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

lun. 1/6

10:16 am-11:59 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$34

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mié. 1/8

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$59

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mié. 1/8

12:16 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$79

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

lun. 2/17

8:49 pm-12:09 am

1 stop3h 20m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Palo Alto

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Palo Alto

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Palo Alto is 37 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 Palo Alto?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Palo Alto (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to Palo Alto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 P4L?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Palo Alto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 22, 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 Palo Alto as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Palo Alto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Palo Alto flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Palo Alto

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Palo Alto. 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 diciembre 22, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to P4L are scheduled on a Friday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Rainfall in Palo Alto by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palo Alto ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Palo Alto when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Palo Alto by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palo Alto, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Palo Alto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palo Alto. 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 Palo Alto. Reviews last updated diciembre 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Palo Alto, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Palo Alto from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Palo Alto should be relatively easy as there are 55 daily outbound flights to Palo Alto from 9 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Palo Alto flight route?

    Within the past month, 150 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Palo Alto.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $29. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Palo Alto for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Diego to Palo Alto on time: ANA (83%), United Airlines (77%), SWISS (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Palo Alto?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $31. While the most popular route (San Diego - San Francisco) can be booked for $49 on average our data indicates $759 when flying from San Diego to Palo Alto.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Palo Alto (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to Palo Alto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 Palo Alto

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Palo Alto. 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 diciembre 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$33Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$79Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$111Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CitizenPlaneCheapest$180Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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