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$26+ Cheap flights from California to San Diego (SAN)

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LAX — SAN
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to San Diego (SAN). 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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This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/165:52 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 18mFrontier
Tue 12/174:26 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$41
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:10 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/16:06 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$42
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/210:43 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 12/98:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$55
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:43 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/711:00 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$55
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/133:35 pmOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/151:05 pmSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$57
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:52 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/106:15 amSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$58
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:49 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 31mFrontier
Sun 12/228:35 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$62
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:55 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/78:32 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$63
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:22 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/411:20 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$64
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/286:59 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop11h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/36:15 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$75
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/61:08 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sun 12/811:58 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$77
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/129:00 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Sun 12/1510:55 amSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/20$98

Find flights from California to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Diego 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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Las VegasSan Diego

LAS - SAN

LASSAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/16

5:52 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

San Diego

Tue 12/17

4:26 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$41

Las VegasSan Diego

LAS - SAN

LASSAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/31

12:10 pm-1:27 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Diego

Wed 1/1

6:06 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$42

Las VegasSan Diego

LAS - SAN

LASSAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/9

2:15 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

10:35 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$52

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 12/12

8:04 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San Diego

Mon 12/16

8:18 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$55

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 1/8

10:30 am-11:51 am

Nonstop1h 21m

San Diego

Sat 1/11

2:10 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$55

OaklandSan Diego

OAK - SAN

OAKSAN

Oakland

Sun 12/8

3:35 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Diego

Mon 12/9

1:05 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$57

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/19

6:49 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Diego

Sun 12/22

8:35 am-10:34 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$62

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/3

8:55 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Sat 12/7

8:32 am-10:31 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$63

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Mon 12/2

12:22 pm-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Wed 12/4

11:20 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$64

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Thu 12/5

1:08 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Sun 12/8

11:58 am-1:28 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$78

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Best time to book a flight from California to San Diego

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from California to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 CA to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to San Diego. 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.

When flying from California to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San Diego. 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 USCA to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from California to San Diego to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 California to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from California?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

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

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from California to San Diego.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $26. Frontier flights start at $28 while deals on Southwest start at $49 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to San Diego?

    The most popular flight routes from California to San Diego are San Francisco - San Diego, Oakland - San Diego and San Jose - San Diego.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Diego from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Southern (100%), Air France (97%), Scandinavian Airlines( 93%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from California to San Diego is $179. On average you can expect to pay $261. The most popular route, (San Francisco - San Diego), can usually be booked for $37.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from California to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 7 airlines flying from California to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to San Diego. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$34Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$35Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$122Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$128Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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