$26+ Cheap flights from California to San Diego (SAN)
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LAX — SAN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $39 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $26 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $257 |
Good round-trip deal | $74 or less |
Good one-way deal | $41 or less |
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Cheapest flights from California to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/88:44 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/119:46 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$39
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/110:10 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Sat 4/58:14 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 2/19![Frontier logo]()
$40
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/67:59 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/118:25 amSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$41
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/17:12 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/79:59 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$41
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/67:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/109:59 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$44
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 2/265:52 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Wed 3/58:08 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Deal found 2/19![Frontier logo]()
$46
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/101:49 pmOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/1411:20 amSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$50
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/225:49 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/23:29 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$55
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/107:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/139:59 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$57
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/146:00 amLAX - SAN
1 stop3h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/178:25 amSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$68
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/197:58 pmBUR - SAN
1 stop3h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/266:15 amSAN - BUR
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$73
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/116:53 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/133:37 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$74
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
Fly from
California
Fly to
San Diego
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Las VegasSan Diego
LAS - SAN
LASSAN
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 3/8
8:44 pm-9:58 pm
Nonstop1h 14m
San Diego
Tue 3/11
9:46 pm-11:09 pm
Nonstop1h 23m
$39
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO - SAN
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Tue 4/1
10:10 am-11:47 am
Nonstop1h 37m
San Diego
Sat 4/5
8:14 pm-10:09 pm
Nonstop1h 55m
$40
Las VegasSan Diego
LAS - SAN
LASSAN
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 3/6
7:59 am-9:12 am
Nonstop1h 13m
San Diego
Sun 3/9
8:25 am-9:47 am
Nonstop1h 22m
$41
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO - SAN
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Sat 3/1
7:12 pm-8:56 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
San Diego
Fri 3/7
9:59 pm-11:45 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
$41
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO - SAN
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Thu 3/6
7:00 am-8:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Diego
Mon 3/10
9:59 pm-11:45 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
$44
Las VegasSan Diego
LAS - SAN
LASSAN
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Tue 3/4
5:52 pm-7:18 pm
Nonstop1h 26m
San Diego
Wed 3/5
8:08 pm-9:34 pm
Nonstop1h 26m
$50
OaklandSan Diego
OAK - SAN
OAKSAN
Oakland
Thu 4/10
1:49 pm-3:19 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
San Diego
Mon 4/14
11:20 am-12:54 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
$50
San JoseSan Diego
SJC - SAN
SJCSAN
San Jose
Sat 3/22
5:49 pm-7:11 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
San Diego
Wed 4/2
3:29 pm-4:54 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$55
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO - SAN
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Mon 3/10
7:00 am-8:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Diego
Thu 3/13
9:59 pm-11:45 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
$57
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Fri 3/14
6:00 am-9:49 am
1 stop3h 49m
San Diego
Mon 3/17
8:25 am-6:59 pm
1 stop10h 34m
$68
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from California to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 February 20, 2025.
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 February 20, 2025.
The most flights from USCA to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentChristine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentChristine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentChristine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentChristine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentChristine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
7.6
Overall
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentChristine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
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Top 7 airlines flying from California to San Diego
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$33 | Average$104 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$33 | Average$92 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$295 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$92 | Average$257 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$98 | Average$222 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$256 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$178 | Average$381 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |