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$218+ Cheap flights from South Dakota to San Diego (SAN)

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FSD — SAN
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$218
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$373
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-San Diego flight deals.
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From South Dakota to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Dakota to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/53:58 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Fri 6/66:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/174:10 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/216:15 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/134:32 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Fri 8/810:40 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop11h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/23$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/174:20 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops8h 51mDelta
Wed 5/216:20 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/23$262
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/41:44 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop12h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/88:48 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop12h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/112:26 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop9h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/311:04 amSAN - RAP
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/311:19 amRAP - SAN
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/146:28 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop26h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/711:14 amFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/96:34 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$467
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/294:40 pmPIR - SAN
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/44:05 pmSAN - PIR
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$474
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/712:27 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops12h 17mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/95:26 pmSAN - FSD
2 stops16h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$610

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

South Dakota

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 6/5

3:58 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Diego

Fri 6/6

6:25 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$218

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 5/17

4:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 49m

San Diego

Wed 5/21

6:15 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$251

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Fri 6/13

4:32 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Fri 8/8

10:40 pm-11:30 am

1 stop11h 50m

$259

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 5/17

4:20 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops8h 51m

San Diego

Wed 5/21

6:20 am-3:36 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$262

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 6/4

1:44 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 12m

San Diego

Sun 6/8

8:48 pm-11:04 am

1 stop12h 16m

$274

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 5/25

11:19 am-2:57 pm

1 stop4h 38m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

4:05 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$379

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 5/7

11:14 am-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 37m

San Diego

Fri 5/9

6:34 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$467

PierreSan Diego

PIR - SAN

PIRSAN

Pierre

Thu 5/29

4:40 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 44m

San Diego

Wed 6/4

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$474

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 5/7

12:27 pm-10:44 pm

2 stops12h 17m

San Diego

Fri 5/9

5:26 pm-11:56 am

2 stops16h 30m

$610

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 5/25

5:36 am-3:41 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

10:00 am-8:53 pm

2 stops9h 53m

$711

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Dakota to San Diego

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 April 24, 2025.

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

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 April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from South Dakota to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from South Dakota?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from South Dakota.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from South Dakota 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
FrontierCheapest$138Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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