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$26+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Arizona

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Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
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$43
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$26
(eDestinos)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$186

Good round-trip deal

$157 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Arizona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Arizona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:15 amSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/126:36 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/21$43
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/56:15 amSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/55:51 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$60
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1912:50 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sat 7/194:56 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 23mFrontier
Deal found 3/20$73
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/910:10 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Wed 4/167:50 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Deal found 3/19$78
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/288:29 amSAN - PHX
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/282:34 pmPHX - SAN
1 stop10h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$82
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 4/88:11 amSAN - PHX
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/97:50 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$85
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/239:55 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Mon 5/266:10 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:05 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 5/57:45 amTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/21$97
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:25 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Mon 5/197:05 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/21$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/172:41 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/177:16 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$146
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/97:05 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 4/168:55 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/19$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Sun 4/67:30 pmSAN - LAS
1 stop3h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/812:29 pmLAS - SAN
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/21$159

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Arizona 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 March 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Arizona that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Arizona

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Mon 5/5

6:15 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/12

6:36 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$43

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Sat 4/5

6:15 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/5

5:51 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$60

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Sat 7/19

12:50 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/19

4:56 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$73

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 4/9

10:10 am-11:43 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/16

7:50 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$78

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 4/28

8:29 am-1:28 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

2:34 pm-12:42 am

1 stop10h 08m

$82

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 4/8

8:11 am-3:07 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/9

7:50 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$85

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Fri 5/23

9:55 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/26

6:10 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$97

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Thu 5/1

8:05 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Tucson

Mon 5/5

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Fri 5/16

6:25 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/19

7:05 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Thu 4/17

2:41 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/17

7:16 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$146

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Arizona

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Arizona

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Arizona (average of $258). Flying from San Diego to Arizona in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 AZ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Arizona. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 21, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Arizona, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Arizona

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Arizona. 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 March 21, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to USAZ are scheduled on a Friday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Arizona by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Arizona 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 Arizona when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Arizona by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Arizona, 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 Arizona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arizona. 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 Arizona. Reviews last updated March 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Arizona, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,325 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Arizona. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Arizona from San Diego?

    If you are in search of airports that fly to Arizona from San Diego, you can opt to depart from the San Diego International Airport (SAN), formerly known as the Lindbergh Airport, which is the main airport in the city. It is located at North Harbor Drive and serves Greater San Diego. It is situated approximately three miles northwest of Downtown San Diego and a personal car can get you there in around 10min. Those who wish to use public transport to get to the airport could board the Line 992 bus which gets you there in around 17min. You could also board the Metropolitan Transit System Route 992, which has trains leaving for the airport every 15min and takes around 20min. Flights to Arizona will land you at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), which is the main and busiest airport in the city. The airport is situated approximately 3.7 miles east of Downtown Phoenix and it takes around 10min driving to get to the city center. If you plan on using public transport, you could board the Line 13 bus which takes roughly 12min or the tram which can get you to the city in around 29min.

  • Which airlines fly directly from San Diego to Arizona?

    If you are flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), you will find that several airlines operate the route that offers direct flights to Arizona. On average, direct flights from San Diego take around 1h 32min on the route. Some of the common airlines that service flights to Arizona include American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Allegiant, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier. Some of these airlines also offer flights with one to two stops which tend to extend the length of the journey by around 8h 40min to about 17h 30min.

  • What are the layover options between San Diego to Arizona?

    As much as you will find direct flights to Arizona, it is also possible to find flights with one to two layovers operating the route. Typical layover flights usually start at San Diego International, then stop at either McCarran International Airport (LAS), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Denver International Airport (DEN), Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), or San Francisco International Airport (SFO), then finally landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Diego to Arizona?

    Citizens of the United States do not require a visa when visiting the state of Arizona from San Diego. It is also not necessary that you travel with a passport, but do note that there are a few places that will request to see your proof of identification.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Arizona?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Arizona. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $26 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $32 and Southwest from $49 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose San Diego - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, San Diego - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl or San Diego - Tucson when deciding on the best route from San Diego to Arizona.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Diego to Arizona on time: American Airlines (91%), British Airways (87%), Alaska Airlines (86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $971 for a flight from San Diego to Arizona. The cheapest flight overall is $42 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $35.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Arizona (average of $258). Flying from San Diego to Arizona in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 Arizona

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Arizona. 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$127Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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