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Flights from San Francisco, CAto San Diego, CA

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Flights from New York Cityto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Newark, NJto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Boston, MAto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Seattle, WAto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Chicagoto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Dallas, TXto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Denver, COto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Washington, D.C.to San Diego, CA

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Flights from Oakland, CAto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Phoenix, AZto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Minneapolis - St Paulto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Salt Lake City, UTto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Portland, ORto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Baltimore, MDto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Sacramento, CAto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Austin, TXto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Houston, TXto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Atlanta, GAto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Raleigh - Durham, NCto San Diego, CA

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Flights from Las Vegas, NVto San Diego, CA

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Destination airportSan Diego International AirportFor flights to San Diego, CA

Top AirlineAlaska AirlinesPopular airline with flights to San Diego, CA

Peak seasonMarchMarch is the busiest time to fly to San Diego, CA according to search data results from our customers

Low seasonDecemberDecember is the least busy time to fly to San Diego, CA according to search data results from our customers

How long is the flight to San Diego, CA?

If you’re planning to fly to San Diego, CA, we at eDreams have looked into the most popular routes to help you plan your trip. From San Francisco, CA, the flight takes about 1h 41m; from Chicago, around 4h 59m; and from New York City, approximately 6h 35m.

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How much does a flight to San Diego, CA cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA starting from $16, with an average price of $62. If you depart from other cities such as Las Vegas, NV, you can find tickets from $26, and from Denver, CO starting from $45, according to data from the last 72 hours.

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Cheap Flights to San Diego, CA (SAN)

Search for flights to San Diego, CA (SAN) all in one place with eDreams. Compare schedules, layovers and fares from every airline flying to this destination, then sort by trip duration or departure time to find the option that fits your plans.

Most flights land at San Diego International Airport (SAN), the primary airport serving San Diego, CA.

If you prefer to skip layovers, you can take a nonstop flight from New York City to San Diego, CA on Alaska Airlines.

Frontier Airlines also offers nonstop service from San Francisco, CA, so you have another option to compare.

Alaska Airlines is the top pick among travelers flying to San Diego, CA, so it's a good starting point when comparing fares and schedules.

The cheapest ticket to San Diego, CA booked on eDreams in recent days cost $13. Use this as a guide only, since the final price will depend on your travel dates and how early you book.

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About San Diego, CA

California's "beach city", San Diego, lures visitors with its spectacular natural beauty, sun-drenched sandy beaches, perfect weather and vast array of attractions. One of the country's oldest cities, visitors can spend their days exploring the urban center, relaxing on the beach, tasting the region's delicious cuisine or engaging in some high culture at the many museums and performing arts venues. When the sun goes down, those in the mood to party can head to a rooftop bar for a cocktail before dancing the night away, while families will find there is plenty of exciting activities that suit all ages and inclinations. Discover here the best offers for Flight + Hotel to San Diego.

Things to do and places to visit in San Diego, CA

Whether you wish to spend your days enjoying some of the best beaches in the US, learn about San Diego's longstanding history, embrace nature or check out the city's strong arts scene, San Diego has no shortage of distractions to keep its visitors entertained around the clock.

While visiting San Diego, you can:

Take your pick from 70 miles of unspoilt coastline and beaches on which to relax and unwind in the sun
Stroll through the colorful gardens of vast Balboa Park, one of San Diego's top attractions
Visit the San Diego Zoo, one of the largest zoos in the US
Admire the Victorian architecture in the Gaslamp Quarter National Historic District
Head to the Little Italy district for an authentic Italian pizza
Go snorkeling in La Jolla Bay and look out for migrating whales
Shop for local produce at the farmers market in Hillcrest
Hit the restaurants and craft beer pubs in North Park, or visit the area's multitude of galleries
Visit the Basilica San Diego de Alcala, California's first church
Rejuvenate your body and mind at one of the city's many spas and wellbeing centers

Airport(s) near San Diego, CA

San Diego International Airport

Top Carriers

A number of airlines operate from San Diego International Airport including: American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines.

Location

San Diego International Airport is situated about 3 miles northwest of the city center.

Transportation

Passengers driving can access San Diego via the Pacific Highway or N Harbor Drive. Car rentals can be organized at the Rental Car Center. Taxis are available from the Transportation Plazas. There is also a bus service, route 992, that connects with the city's train station.

Popular destinations near San Diego

Flying to San Diego is the fastest and most convenient way to reach these nearby destinations:

Chula Vista
Oceanside
Carlsbad
Escondido
Encinitas
Vista
San Marcos
El Cajon
La Mesa
National City
Coronado
Del Mar
Solana Beach
Poway

Frequently asked questions about flights to San Diego, CA

How can I find cheap flights to San Diego, CA on eDreams?

At eDreams you will find flights from $13 to San Diego, CA. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to San Diego, CA.

When's the best time to go to San Diego, CA?

According to our customers' flight searches, the best time to fly to San Diego, CA is March.

The next best month to travel to San Diego, CA is February.

And let's not forget April, the third top choice for travelling to San Diego, CA.

However if you prefer things on the less busy side, we can highlight December as the least popular month for flights to San Diego, CA.

What are the cheapest airlines flying to San Diego, CA?

Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to San Diego, CA, your best bet for cheap flights is:

Frontier Airlines: the average price of a one way flight is $231.85 . The average price of a Las Vegas, NV ticket to San Diego, CA is $121.58 and $133.93 if you leave from San Francisco, CA.
Alaska Airlines: a one-way ticket costs on average $361.39: this has been calculated taking as a reference the average price of flights of Oakland, CA to San Diego, CA, which amounts to $149.23 and that of flights departing from Santa Barbara, CA, whose average price is $150.54.
SUN COUNTRY: the average price of a one-way ticket is $392.58. The flight between Denver, CO and San Diego, CA costs on average $298.96 and the ticket price from Chicago round the $331.35.

Which airlines fly to San Diego, CA?

Airlines flying direct from the US to San Diego, CA include:

Alaska Airlines, with flights from Newark, NJ, New York City and from San Francisco, CA, for example.
Frontier Airlines also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ and Salt Lake City, UT.
American Airlines, with flights from Charlotte, NC to San Diego, CA and Miami, FL and also from Philadelphia, PA.

Airlines with indirect flights to San Diego, CA include:

Alaska Airlines, which flies from New York City, Newark, NJ or Detroit.
Frontier Airlines, with flights from Chicago and Washington, D.C., as well as from Atlanta, GA.
American Airlines, with flights from Newark, NJ, New York City and also Seattle, WA.

How many airports are in San Diego, CA and which is the main one?

San Diego, CA has 1 airport. San Diego International Airport operates domestic and international flights to 81 cities. Some of the most popular destinations are Las Vegas, NV, Phoenix, AZ and San Francisco, CA.

What is the weather like in San Diego, CA?

If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to San Diego, CA is in August, September and July, when the average temperature reaches 76ºF, while August, July and May are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 30 hours. However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit San Diego, CA during December, January or February to experience an average of 49ºF. For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during February, January and March, when the average precipitation in San Diego, CA is 51mm, while the months of August, July and June are drier, with an average of 1mm.

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