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$28+ Cheap flights from Tempe, AZ to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SAN
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Tempe to San Diego are usually found in August or April, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Tempe to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tempe (TM9) 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tempe to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

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Thu 12/125:10 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Tue 12/179:41 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$51
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1310:11 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop11h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/146:06 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$69
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1310:11 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop11h 02mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/169:08 amSAN - PHX
1 stop10h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$87
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1111:13 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/114:30 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$159
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/108:05 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/117:45 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$170
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:40 pmPHX - SAN
2 stops9h 52mDelta
Tue 1/76:30 amSAN - PHX
2 stops9h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/19$196

Find flights from Tempe to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tempe 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/12

5:10 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

San Diego

Tue 12/17

9:41 pm-12:01 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$51

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/13

10:11 pm-8:13 am

1 stop11h 02m

San Diego

Sat 12/14

6:06 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$69

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/13

10:11 pm-8:13 am

1 stop11h 02m

San Diego

Tue 12/17

10:10 am-7:47 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$87

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/11

11:13 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 21m

San Diego

Sat 1/11

4:30 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$159

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/10

8:05 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Diego

Wed 12/11

7:45 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$170

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/24

2:40 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops9h 52m

San Diego

Tue 1/7

6:30 am-5:26 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$196

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/9

7:25 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$28

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/9

10:11 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 04m

$43

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/15

8:20 am-8:39 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$75

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/11

7:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$85

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Best time to book a flight from Tempe to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Tempe to San Diego

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Tempe to San Diego, you should look to book at least 67 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 Tempe to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Tempe 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 TM9 to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Tempe 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.

When flying from Tempe 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tempe to San Diego?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Tempe to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Tempe 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from TM9 to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 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 November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tempe to San Diego, such as Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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 Tempe 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 Tempe?

    For a flight from Tempe to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 26 inbound flights from Tempe per day. 7 airlines have flights to San Diego from Tempe on a regular basis.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Tempe to San Diego are Frontier ($28), Spirit Airlines ($43), and American Airlines ($75).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Tempe to San Diego consider choosing Japan Airlines (88%), American Airlines (87%) or Alaska Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tempe to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $645 for a flight from Tempe to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $27 while the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $63.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tempe 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 Tempe to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Tempe 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 7 airlines flying from Tempe to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tempe 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$119Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$134Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$262Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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