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$31+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to San Diego (SAN)

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LAX — SAN
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Irvine to San Diego are usually found in January or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$72
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$31
(FlightHub)

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Average price

$194
From Irvine to San Diego
One-way flight from Irvine to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:55 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/263:00 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$72
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/216:07 pmLAX - SAN
2 stops13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/249:56 amSAN - LAX
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$139
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/139:55 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Sun 2/165:45 pmSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/21$179
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/216:07 pmLAX - SAN
2 stops13h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/248:59 pmSAN - LAX
2 stops18h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/1210:55 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/1510:05 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$239
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Thu 2/138:15 amLAX - SAN
1 stop5h 43mFrontier
Sun 2/165:45 pmSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$304

Find flights from Irvine to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 January 21, 2025.

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Wed 2/19

3:50 pm-12:10 am

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Mon 2/24

9:56 am-9:52 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$72

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Fri 2/21

6:07 pm-7:36 am

2 stops13h 29m

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Mon 2/24

9:56 am-9:06 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$139

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

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Thu 2/13

9:55 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

San Diego

Sun 2/16

6:30 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$179

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Fri 2/21

6:07 pm-7:36 am

2 stops13h 29m

San Diego

Mon 2/24

8:59 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$203

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

10:55 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

San Diego

Sat 2/15

10:05 am-11:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$239

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

8:15 am-1:58 pm

1 stop5h 43m

San Diego

Sun 2/16

5:45 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$304

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

4:18 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$31

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

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Tue 5/20

12:55 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$101

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Sun 3/16

8:15 am-7:30 am

2 stops23h 15m

$147

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:46 pm-10:20 am

1 stop15h 34m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to San Diego, you should look to book at least 63 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 Irvine to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to San Diego as you normally would.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Irvine to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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9,706 reviews

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7.9

Crew

8.5

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8.0

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7.1

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7.1

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8.2

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1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

6.1
Okay
3,443 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Irvine. On average, San Diego has 29 inbound flights from Irvine per day from 3 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $31 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $102 and United Airlines from $184 one-way.

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

    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 Irvine to San Diego on time: Air China (89%), ANA (88%), Copa Airlines (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $179. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San Diego) can be booked for $74 on average our data indicates $877 when flying from Irvine to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Irvine 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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