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$40+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Riverside, CA

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SAN — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from San Diego to Riverside 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 Riverside

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Riverside (R1V). 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 21, 2024.

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$72
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One-way from

$40
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High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
From San Diego to Riverside
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/111:05 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/182:45 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$72
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 12/1810:55 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Thu 12/262:30 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/19$179
This United 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 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
Tue 12/106:50 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$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 12/38:59 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 30mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/109:59 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop20h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$224

Find flights from San Diego to Riverside within your budget

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SAN - LAX

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San Diego

Wed 12/11

1:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/18

2:45 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$72

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Mon 2/3

6:15 am-3:23 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/3

9:55 pm-8:35 am

1 stop10h 40m

$154

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 12/18

10:55 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/26

2:30 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 12/4

10:45 am-11:51 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

6:50 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

$184

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 12/3

8:59 pm-7:29 am

1 stop10h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

9:59 pm-6:13 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$224

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 4/1

12:29 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop9h 29m

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 1/21

6:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$40

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 11/30

8:33 am-7:02 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$118

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 2/14

9:59 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop19h 53m

$127

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 12/13

7:45 pm-8:43 am

2 stops12h 58m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Riverside

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

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Riverside, 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 Riverside?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from San Diego to Riverside 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 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 Riverside as you normally would.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Riverside 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 Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Riverside. 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 21, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to R1V 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 Riverside by month

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

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

Temperature in Riverside by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Riverside, such as Spirit Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

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
9,458 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

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
8,758 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

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.

7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

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
9,172 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

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
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

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 Riverside. 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 Riverside?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Riverside from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Riverside should be relatively easy as there are 39 daily outbound flights to Riverside from 3 different airlines.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Riverside are Spirit Airlines ($40), Frontier ($118), and Alaska Airlines ($127).

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

    Before booking your flight to Riverside from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (98%), Air France (93%), Korean Air( 89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $161. While the most popular route (San Diego - Los Angeles) can be booked for $81 on average our data indicates $1,256 when flying from San Diego to Riverside.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from San Diego to Riverside 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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Top 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Riverside

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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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