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$120+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Austin (SAN - AUS)

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SAN — AUS
Jul 28 — Aug 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in February or January, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Thu 7/2310:00 am
SAN
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AUS
1 stop25h 30m
Frontier
Sun 7/268:12 pm
AUS
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SAN
1 stop14h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$255
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/65:57 pm
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop28h 10m
Frontier
Wed 7/296:30 am
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop19h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26$256
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Sat 8/225:16 pm
SAN
-
AUS
Nonstop3h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/294:14 pm
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop9h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/25$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 10/210:36 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop6h 45m
Frontier
Sun 10/48:16 pm
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop5h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$258
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Tue 7/76:25 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:12 pm
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:25 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Wed 8/126:30 am
AUS
-
SAN
2 stops11h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/49:37 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/217:59 pm
AUS
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$261
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/810:00 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Mon 7/2012:47 pm
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop9h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$262
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 7/106:25 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Mon 7/1312:47 pm
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop27h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$263
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/176:25 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Thu 7/308:12 pm
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$264
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/296:25 am
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop15h 34m
Frontier
Sat 8/156:30 am
AUS
-
SAN
1 stop28h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$265
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Mon 9/212:17 pm
SAN
-
AUS
1 stop7h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/236:00 am
AUS
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/25$266

Find flight deals from San Diego to Austin

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$255
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$120
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$330 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Austin Bergstrom flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Austin Bergstrom flights.
From San Diego to Austin Bergstrom
One-way flight from San Diego to Austin Bergstrom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Austin Bergstrom.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Austin Bergstrom.

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Sat 8/22

5:16 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 8/29

4:14 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$257
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Tue 9/8

5:40 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 9/11

9:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$267

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Wed 9/30

3:00 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 10/4

7:45 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$267

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Fri 12/11

6:20 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 12/14

6:40 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 00m

$311

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Sat 7/18

6:15 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 7/25

6:25 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$333

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Thu 10/1

11:30 am-11:14 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 10/3

4:33 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$342

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Fri 7/31

8:30 pm-1:30 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 8/2

6:25 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$377

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Tue 12/22

9:40 pm-9:49 am

1 stop10h 09m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 12/28

7:25 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$401

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Tue 12/22

6:20 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 12/28

10:25 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$401

San DiegoAustin

SAN - AUS

SANAUS

San Diego

Thu 10/22

8:05 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop18h 44m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 10/25

6:00 am-7:19 am

Nonstop3h 19m

$445

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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 Austin in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Austin flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Austin flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Austin flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Austin 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-Austin flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Austin

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

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

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Austin. 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 Austin?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Austin (average of $197). Flying from San Diego to Austin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 28, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Austin is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Austin. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Austin?

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on AUS

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. 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 Austin. Reviews last updated June 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andHawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Austin to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Austin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Austin?

    If you wish to fly to Austin from San Diego, then you need to book flights from San Diego to Austin Bergstrom. There are 9 flights from San Diego (SAN) to Austin Bergstrom (AUS) per day to choose from. Flights to Austin from San Diego are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from San Diego to Austin Bergstrom typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Austin flight route?

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

    For as low as $267, Alaska Airlines can have you in Austin from San Diego in 2h 50m. There are 1162 mi between San Diego and Austin. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $73, Frontier will fly you from San Diego to Austin and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $118 and $148, respectively. Frontier is priced at 73% 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 Austin one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $43 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $83 and Southwest from $88 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Austin consider choosing Hawaiian Airlines (83%), SkyWest Airlines (82%) or Alaska Airlines (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $350 for a flight from San Diego to Austin. The cheapest flight overall is $112 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Austin Bergstrom) is currently priced at $197.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Austin (average of $197). Flying from San Diego to Austin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Austin

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Austin. 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 June 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$118Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$162Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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