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$34+ Cheap flights from North America to San Diego (SAN)

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LAX — SAN
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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Cheap flight deals from North America to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from North America (0NA) 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 23, 2025.

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$39
(Frontier)

One-way from

$34
(Cheapflightsfares)

Good round-trip deal

$48 or less

Good one-way deal

$44 or less
From North America to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from North America to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Fri 1/318:06 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Mon 2/33:06 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$39
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 3/37:15 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/66:04 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/23$57
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 2/311:24 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/54:20 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$63
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/1910:43 pmDEN - SAN
Nonstop2h 37mFrontier
Sun 2/236:25 amSAN - DEN
Nonstop2h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$72
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/41:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/54:20 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/157:27 pmDFW - SAN
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/196:15 amSAN - DFW
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 2/137:59 amDFW - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mFrontier
Thu 2/209:56 pmSAN - DFW
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$114
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/197:36 pmDFW - SAN
1 stop15h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/226:15 amSAN - DFW
2 stops10h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$115
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/283:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Wed 1/298:45 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/23$127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 3/511:35 amSEA - SAN
Nonstop2h 49mDelta
Sun 3/97:20 amSAN - SEA
Nonstop3h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/22$137
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:21 pmSEA - SAN
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Mon 5/1910:38 amSAN - SEA
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$138
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 2/208:44 pmSEA - SAN
1 stop11h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/256:15 amSAN - SEA
Nonstop3h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$139

Find flights from North America to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from North America 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 23, 2025.

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San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

7:12 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

San Diego

Tue 3/4

8:18 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$39

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

7:21 am-8:58 am

Nonstop1h 37m

San Diego

Thu 3/6

10:04 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$52

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

8:18 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$53

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

San Diego

Sat 3/1

7:55 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$57

DenverSan Diego

DEN - SAN

DENSAN

Denver Intl

Tue 2/11

10:15 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

4:06 pm-7:33 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$68

DenverSan Diego

DEN - SAN

DENSAN

Denver Intl

Sun 3/16

6:15 am-7:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

San Diego

Wed 3/19

6:55 am-10:26 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$91

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/13

10:39 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop22h 39m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

10:29 am-3:32 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$111

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 2/15

7:27 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 53m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

6:15 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$113

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 1/30

5:45 am-1:46 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San Diego

Wed 2/5

7:26 pm-4:37 am

1 stop7h 11m

$117

SeattleSan Diego

SEA - SAN

SEASAN

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/5

11:35 am-2:24 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

San Diego

Sun 3/9

7:20 am-10:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$137

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Best time to book a flight from North America to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from North America to San Diego

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 23, 2025.

When flying from North America 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 North America to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from North America 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from 0NA to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (36 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 23, 2025.
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

7.4
Good
3,185 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

7.4
Good
8,970 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North America 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 North America?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from North America to San Diego.

  • How popular is this North America to San Diego flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from North America to San Diego are Frontier ($34), Alaska Airlines ($39), and Sun Country Air ($49).

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North America to San Diego consider choosing Air China (89%), ANA (88%) or Copa Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North America to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $877 for a flight from North America to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $179 while the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $85.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from North America 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 9 airlines flying from North America to San Diego

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$33Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$37Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$82Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$85Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$99Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$128Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$166Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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