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

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SAN — PHX
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Diego to Tempe are usually found in January or April, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Tempe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Tempe (TM9). 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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$56
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$28
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Tempe
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Mon 12/93:07 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Thu 12/125:10 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$57
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Tue 12/1010:10 amSAN - PHX
1 stop8h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/173:32 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$64
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Mon 12/99:08 amSAN - PHX
1 stop10h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/910:11 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop12h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$95
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Wed 12/1810:12 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/183:05 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$164
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Tue 12/176:15 amSAN - PHX
2 stops9h 54mDelta
Tue 12/246:22 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 11/19$197

Find flights from San Diego to Tempe within your budget

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San Diego

Thu 1/16

1:47 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/18

5:10 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$56

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 12/11

6:15 am-7:47 pm

1 stop12h 32m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/12

5:10 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$63

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 12/9

9:08 am-9:05 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/9

10:11 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 04m

$95

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 1/22

4:30 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/25

7:48 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$149

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 12/11

11:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/11

8:05 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$178

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 1/22

5:14 pm-12:46 am

1 stop6h 32m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/25

2:32 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$181

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 12/16

8:42 am-10:59 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$28

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SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 12/10

6:15 am-7:47 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$31

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 12/11

7:45 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$85

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 2/18

7:12 pm-12:46 am

1 stop4h 34m

$88

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Tempe

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Tempe

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

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

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Tempe. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tempe (average of $256). Flying from San Diego to Tempe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Tempe. 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 San Diego to Tempe, 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 San Diego to Tempe?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Tempe

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Tempe. 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 SAN to TM9 are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Tempe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tempe ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Tempe when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Tempe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tempe, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest from San Diego to Tempe. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Tempe. 6 airlines have flights from San Diego to Tempe on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Tempe should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 24 outbound flights to Tempe per day.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $28 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $31 and Southwest from $85 one-way.

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

    Consider American Airlines (84%), British Airways (80%) or Alaska Airlines (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Tempe.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $29. While the most popular route (San Diego - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $63 on average our data indicates $554 when flying from San Diego to Tempe.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tempe (average of $256). Flying from San Diego to Tempe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 San Diego to Tempe

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$126Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$142Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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