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$54+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to San Diego (STL - SAN)

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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to San Diego are usually found in April or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$228
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/58:34 pmSTL - SAN
1 stop24h 36mFrontier
Tue 12/106:25 amSAN - STL
1 stop23h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/122:29 pmSTL - SAN
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/1510:36 pmSAN - STL
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$247
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/116:46 pmSTL - SAN
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/158:16 amSAN - STL
2 stops13h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/111:39 pmSTL - SAN
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/193:36 pmSAN - STL
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$302
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/127:00 amSTL - SAN
2 stops11h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/157:00 amSAN - STL
1 stop14h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/249:10 amSTL - SAN
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/306:50 amSAN - STL
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$357
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Tue 12/35:21 pmSTL - SAN
2 stops28h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/65:58 pmSAN - STL
2 stops19h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$363

Find flights from St. Louis to San Diego within your budget

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St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/5

8:34 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop24h 36m

San Diego

Tue 12/10

6:25 am-8:13 am

1 stop23h 48m

$228

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/12

2:29 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop5h 55m

San Diego

Sun 12/15

10:36 pm-9:46 am

1 stop9h 10m

$247

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/11

6:46 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San Diego

Sun 12/15

8:16 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 43m

$250

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/27

2:49 pm-7:40 am

2 stops18h 51m

San Diego

Sat 2/1

5:29 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$265

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/2

10:35 am-4:41 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Diego

Mon 1/6

7:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$276

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/20

6:25 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 45m

San Diego

Mon 1/27

9:30 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$347

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/3

5:21 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops28h 14m

San Diego

Fri 12/6

1:05 pm-3:21 pm

3 stops24h 16m

$378

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/18

7:09 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$54

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/23

5:23 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 54m

$119

St. LouisSan Diego

STL - SAN

STLSAN

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/21

5:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$138

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from St. Louis to San Diego in November.
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
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 St. Louis-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-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 St. Louis-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to San Diego

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How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from St. Louis to San Diego, you should look to book at least 60 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 St. Louis to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from St. Louis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 STL to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 20, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from St. Louis to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from St. Louis to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

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

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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from St. Louis to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to San Diego?

    If you book a flight from St. Louis to San Diego, you will be flying from Lambert-St Louis to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Lambert-St Louis (STL) take 4h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Lambert-St Louis to San Diego per day from 6 airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to San Diego round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $247 and $265, respectively. You may be able to fly from St. Louis to San Diego for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from St. Louis to San Diego are Frontier ($54), American Airlines ($119), and Delta ($138).

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from St. Louis to San Diego? While on average our users pay $511, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $245. The most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - San Diego), is priced around $187.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from St. Louis to San Diego?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    The majority of Phoenix visitors spend their time at Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall. Travelers on a layover in Phoenix can visit Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall, by traveling 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.3 mi, respectively after landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl for an average daily rate of $69 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for St. Louis to San Diego flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from St. Louis to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 6 airlines flying from St. Louis to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$345Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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