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$75+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to South Dakota

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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FSD
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to South Dakota (USSD). 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 30, 2025.

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$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 10/257:00 amSAN - RAP
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/315:48 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 3/86:43 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/155:00 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 4/162:20 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Mon 4/2111:55 amRAP - SAN
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 1/30$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 3/86:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Sat 3/1512:30 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops12h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/29$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 3/226:18 amSAN - FSD
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/285:53 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$539
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/86:15 amSAN - FSD
2 stops12h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/1510:15 pmFSD - SAN
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$584
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 6/256:23 pmSAN - RAP
2 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/305:30 pmRAP - SAN
3 stops21h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$975

Find flights from San Diego to South Dakota within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to South Dakota 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 30, 2025.

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San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sat 3/8

6:43 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 3/15

5:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$269

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 4/16

2:20 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Rapid City

Mon 4/21

11:55 am-8:22 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$274

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sat 3/8

6:25 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 3/15

12:30 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$274

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Sat 5/10

12:55 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Rapid City

Sat 5/17

5:15 am-9:24 am

1 stop5h 09m

$379

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sat 3/22

6:18 am-4:32 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 3/28

5:53 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$539

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sat 3/8

6:15 am-8:19 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 3/15

10:15 pm-7:30 am

3 stops35h 15m

$584

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 6/25

6:23 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops25h 49m

Rapid City

Mon 6/30

5:30 pm-2:11 pm

3 stops21h 41m

$975

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 2/14

6:25 am-1:31 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$75

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 2/14

10:20 am-9:46 pm

2 stops9h 26m

$330

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 2/14

6:50 pm-10:15 pm

3 stops25h 25m

$529

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to South Dakota

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from San Diego to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SAN to SD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to South Dakota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to South Dakota, 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 South Dakota by month

Plan your trip to South Dakota by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Dakota ranges from 0.6 - 3.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Dakota when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in South Dakota by month

Plan your trip to South Dakota by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Dakota, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,424 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to South Dakota. 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 from for flights from San Diego to South Dakota?

    If you book a flight to South Dakota from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to South Dakota are Frontier ($75), American Airlines ($330), and United Airlines ($529).

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Diego to South Dakota consider San Diego - Rapid City, San Diego - Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field or San Diego - Pierre as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to South Dakota 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 San Diego to South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from San Diego to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 San Diego to South Dakota

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to South Dakota. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$116Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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