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$209+ Cheap flights from South Dakota to San Diego (SAN)

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FSD — SAN
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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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 4, 2025.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$377
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. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 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 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 5/61:32 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1011:21 amSAN - FSD
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Tue 4/296:00 amRAP - SAN
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sat 5/312:10 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/4$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 5/612:25 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops8h 16mDelta
Sat 5/106:15 amSAN - FSD
2 stops11h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/2$267
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/15:59 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/312:55 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$339
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Wed 6/253:58 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Sun 6/296:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/3$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Thu 5/19:23 amFSD - SAN
2 stops10h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1210:30 amSAN - FSD
2 stops11h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sun 4/65:36 amRAP - SAN
2 stops11h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/96:28 amSAN - RAP
2 stops13h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$924

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to San Diego that are best for you.

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Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 5/6

1:32 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop9h 14m

San Diego

Sat 5/10

11:21 am-9:37 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$209

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Tue 4/29

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Diego

Sat 5/3

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$259

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 5/6

12:25 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops8h 16m

San Diego

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-7:16 pm

2 stops11h 01m

$267

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Thu 5/1

5:59 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 20m

San Diego

Sat 5/3

12:55 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$339

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 6/25

3:58 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Diego

Sun 6/29

6:25 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$340

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 5/1

9:23 am-5:51 pm

2 stops10h 28m

San Diego

Mon 5/12

10:30 am-11:46 pm

2 stops11h 16m

$384

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 4/13

2:45 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$376

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Deals found on 4/3

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

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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.

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 4, 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 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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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Top 4 airlines flying from South Dakota to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$247Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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