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$61+ Cheap flights from Tucson to San Diego (TUS - 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — SAN
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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The best prices from Tucson to San Diego are usually found in September or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Tucson to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tucson (TUS) 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 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(Delta)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$310
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Cheapest flights from Tucson to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tucson to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/612:42 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Mon 2/1010:58 amSAN - TUS
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 1/16$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/67:05 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/1010:21 amSAN - TUS
1 stop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$210
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 3/37:49 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop5h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/78:01 amSAN - TUS
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$232
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/15:25 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop15h 12mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/38:59 pmSAN - TUS
1 stop20h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/67:25 amTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Mon 2/108:15 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Fri 2/145:24 pmTUS - SAN
2 stops16h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/166:15 amSAN - TUS
2 stops14h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$527

Find flights from Tucson to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tucson 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 16, 2025.

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TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Thu 2/6

12:42 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop5h 19m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

10:58 am-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$209

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Thu 2/6

7:05 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop4h 41m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

10:21 am-2:04 pm

1 stop2h 43m

$210

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Mon 3/3

7:49 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 31m

San Diego

Fri 3/7

8:01 am-6:10 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$232

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Sat 3/1

5:25 pm-7:37 am

1 stop15h 12m

San Diego

Mon 3/3

8:59 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$267

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Thu 2/6

7:25 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

8:15 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$277

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Fri 2/14

5:24 pm-9:13 am

2 stops16h 49m

San Diego

Sun 2/16

6:15 am-9:47 pm

2 stops14h 32m

$527

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Mon 3/10

11:59 am-12:20 am

1 stop12h 21m

$61

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Fri 2/7

1:08 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop3h 14m

$105

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Tue 3/18

1:25 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$122

TucsonSan Diego

TUS - SAN

TUSSAN

Tucson

Sat 3/15

6:44 am-9:14 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$127

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tucson to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

Best time to book a flight from Tucson to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Tucson to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tucson to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Tucson to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tucson 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 16, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Tucson to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Tucson to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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 Tucson 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 Tucson to San Diego?

    Booking a flight from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego (SAN) is your only option if you wish to fly from Tucson to San Diego. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Tucson to San Diego, all of which are around 1h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Tucson to San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Tucson to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tucson to San Diego round-trip from $209. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $210, and Alaska Airlines, from $267. Delta is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Tucson to San Diego are Frontier ($61), American Airlines ($100), and Delta ($110).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $309 for a flight from Tucson to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $114 while the most popular route, (Tucson - San Diego) is currently priced at $209.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Tucson 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 3 airlines flying from Tucson to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Tucson 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$156Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$220Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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