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$31+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX - SAN)

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LAX — SAN
Feb 1 — Feb 81
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The best prices from Los Angeles to San Diego are usually found in January or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$72
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$31
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$194

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$218 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San Diego flight deals.
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From Los Angeles to San Diego
One-way flight from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/139:20 amLAX - SAN
1 stop4h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/199:56 amSAN - LAX
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$68
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/209:55 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Sun 2/235:45 pmSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/27$179
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/208:09 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop12h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/238:59 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$187
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/249:55 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop9h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/35:07 pmSAN - LAX
2 stops18h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/3010:58 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/56:15 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/27$238
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 3/2410:40 amLAX - SAN
2 stops13h 40mFrontier
Sat 3/299:46 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop23h 49mFrontier
Deal found 1/25$251

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 27, 2025.

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LAX - SAN

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Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

9:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop4h 41m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

9:56 am-9:32 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$68

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

6:07 pm-7:36 am

2 stops13h 29m

San Diego

Sun 2/23

9:56 am-9:32 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$169

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

9:20 am-10:18 am

Nonstop0h 58m

San Diego

Sun 2/23

5:45 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$179

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Mon 2/24

9:55 pm-7:36 am

1 stop9h 41m

San Diego

Mon 3/3

5:07 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops18h 54m

$198

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Sun 3/30

10:58 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

San Diego

Sat 4/5

6:15 am-7:21 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$238

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Mon 3/24

10:40 am-12:20 am

2 stops13h 40m

San Diego

Sat 3/29

9:46 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$251

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

7:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 55m

$31

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Tue 4/15

7:55 pm-9:11 am

1 stop13h 16m

$87

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

11:35 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$131

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

8:15 am-10:25 am

2 stops26h 10m

$173

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 27, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 26, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 27, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 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 27, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,690 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,690 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,690 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,468 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,690 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,726 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,690 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,165 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,690 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,945 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,690 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Los Angeles 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 airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Los Angeles, then you need to book flights from Los Angeles to San Diego. There are 34 flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Los Angeles are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 55m is how long a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Diego typically takes.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Diego flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to San Diego round-trip from $72. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $179, and Alaska Airlines, from $198. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles 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 $87 and JetBlue from $131 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Diego are Air China (89%), ANA (88%) and Copa Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $893 for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $179 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Diego) is currently priced at $72.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Los Angeles 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$154Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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