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$259+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Asheville (SAN - AVL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AVL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Asheville

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Asheville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Asheville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/2810:35 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 3/74:13 pm
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 5/96:26 pm
SAN
-
AVL
2 stops12h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:45 am
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 5/610:40 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop8h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:45 am
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/11:37 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop7h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 3/74:13 pm
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop9h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/16:25 am
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop27h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/73:38 pm
AVL
-
SAN
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 3/1310:35 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Tue 3/171:45 pm
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop10h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 8/52:00 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop6h 43m
Delta
Tue 9/83:50 pm
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop8h 29m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 8/29:40 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop8h 41m
Delta
Wed 9/23:50 pm
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/1310:30 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop7h 35m
Delta
Mon 3/237:14 pm
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$309

Find flight deals from San Diego to Asheville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Asheville (AVL). 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 28, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$394
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Asheville 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 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Asheville that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

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Asheville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Sat 5/9

6:26 pm-9:49 am

2 stops12h 23m

Asheville Regional

Sat 5/16

6:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 40m

$264

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:40 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 09m

Asheville Regional

Sat 5/16

6:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 40m

$282

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Wed 3/18

6:20 am-4:13 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Asheville Regional

Mon 3/30

4:43 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$296

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:30 pm-9:22 am

1 stop7h 52m

Asheville Regional

Sat 5/16

11:15 am-3:36 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$297

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Wed 3/11

6:15 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Asheville Regional

Wed 3/18

2:08 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$297

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Fri 5/1

10:30 pm-9:13 am

1 stop7h 43m

Asheville Regional

Sat 5/16

1:00 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$303

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Thu 3/12

9:55 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

Asheville Regional

Tue 3/17

12:14 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$303

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Fri 3/13

9:55 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

Asheville Regional

Tue 3/17

9:46 am-4:31 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$303

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Fri 3/13

10:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop7h 35m

Asheville Regional

Mon 3/23

7:14 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$309

San DiegoAsheville

SAN - AVL

SANAVL

San Diego

Fri 3/27

8:43 pm-10:49 am

2 stops35h 06m

$401

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Deals found on 1/26

Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Asheville

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Asheville in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Asheville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Asheville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Asheville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Asheville flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Asheville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Asheville. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Asheville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Asheville (average of $65). Flying from San Diego to Asheville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Asheville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Asheville. 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 Asheville. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Asheville by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
9,212 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
11,201 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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 Asheville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Asheville?

    United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Asheville in just under 12h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to . San Diego and Asheville are separated by a distance of 1981 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Asheville round-trip?

    Currently priced at $258, American Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Asheville and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $263 and $296, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $148. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Asheville for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Asheville (average of $65). Flying from San Diego to Asheville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Asheville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Asheville. 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 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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