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$102+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SAN
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Virginia (USVA) 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$219
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$102
(Priceline)

Good round-trip deal

$414 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
From Virginia to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/15:45 amRIC - SAN
2 stops11h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/49:56 amSAN - RIC
2 stops29h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$219
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 2/255:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Fri 3/76:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$230
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/15:45 amRIC - SAN
2 stops11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/46:15 amSAN - RIC
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$232
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:25 amRIC - SAN
1 stop10h 22mJetBlue
Wed 3/58:27 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop11h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/185:50 pmCHO - SAN
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/227:09 amSAN - CHO
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/185:38 pmGSO - SAN
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/2212:54 pmSAN - GSO
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/195:18 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop6h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sat 2/228:30 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop4h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/266:00 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Mon 2/36:25 amSAN - DCA
1 stop26h 41mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/196:30 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/266:15 amSAN - IAD
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 2/246:17 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/266:15 amSAN - IAD
1 stop10h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 4/198:50 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/266:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$259
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1310:38 amRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 49mJetBlue
Mon 3/179:37 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop9h 16mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$265

Find flights from Virginia to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 21, 2025.

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RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/1

5:45 am-2:01 pm

2 stops11h 16m

San Diego

Tue 3/4

9:56 am-6:15 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$219

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/17

5:20 pm-11:48 am

1 stop21h 28m

San Diego

Fri 2/21

12:48 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$224

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/1

5:45 am-2:01 pm

2 stops11h 16m

San Diego

Tue 3/4

6:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$232

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/4

11:25 am-6:47 pm

1 stop10h 22m

San Diego

Wed 3/5

8:27 pm-11:13 am

1 stop11h 46m

$247

CharlottesvilleSan Diego

CHO - SAN

CHOSAN

Charlottesville Albemarle

Tue 2/18

5:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San Diego

Sat 2/22

7:09 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$249

GreensboroSan Diego

GSO - SAN

GSOSAN

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 2/18

5:38 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Diego

Sat 2/22

12:54 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$249

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/19

5:18 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

San Diego

Sat 2/22

8:30 am-4:18 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$252

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/26

6:00 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 52m

San Diego

Mon 2/3

6:25 am-12:06 pm

1 stop26h 41m

$253

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/10

5:25 pm-9:17 am

2 stops18h 52m

San Diego

Thu 2/13

10:29 am-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$254

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/11

10:05 am-2:57 pm

1 stop7h 52m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

8:49 pm-7:33 am

1 stop7h 44m

$257

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Travel insights for flights from Virginia to San Diego

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 21, 2025.

When flying from Virginia 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.

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 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Virginia 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.
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Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
143 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,200 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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 Virginia 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 Virginia?

    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 Virginia.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $102. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Virginia to San Diego for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Virginia to San Diego?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Virginia 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
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$152Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$245Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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