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$54+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Berkeley, CA

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SAN — SFO
Jan 23 — Jan 301
Fri 1/23
Fri 1/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Berkeley
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Berkeley. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 24, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Fri 1/162:19 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Wed 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/209:16 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/298:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/192:19 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Thu 1/154:01 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/308:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/157:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/248:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Fri 12/268:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$202
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Sun 1/42:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$221

Find flight deals from San Diego to Berkeley

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Berkeley flight deals. Data was last updated December 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$93
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$183
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Berkeley 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 December 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Berkeley that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Berkeley

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 1/16

8:31 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

8:43 am-8:27 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$100

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 1/21

2:51 pm-4:32 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

11:41 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$117

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 1/17

12:49 pm-2:39 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

9:30 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$117

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 2/4

9:11 am-11:01 am

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

10:16 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$117

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 4/24

9:59 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$117

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

5:15 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 1/22

4:05 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

1:30 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 3/17

10:09 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

10:31 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-11:41 pm

1 stop16h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop27h 54m

$129

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 1/15

4:00 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

7:10 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$132

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Berkeley

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Berkeley from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Berkeley

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Berkeley. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Berkeley is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Berkeley (average of $18). Flying from San Diego to Berkeley in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 B9R?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Berkeley. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 24, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Berkeley at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Berkeley. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Berkeley

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Berkeley. 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 December 24, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to B9R are scheduled on a Monday (72 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (48 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Berkeley

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Berkeley. 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 Berkeley. Reviews last updated December 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Berkeley. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,111 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,073 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,520 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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 Berkeley. 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 Berkeley?

    If you book a flight to Berkeley from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 58 flights from San Diego to Berkeley per day from 8 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from San Diego to Berkeley was viewed by 256 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from San Diego to Berkeley will take you 1h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 446 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $21. Frontier flights start at $24 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $28 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Berkeley consider choosing Emirates (88%), SWISS (86%) or ITA Airways (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $913 for a flight from San Diego to Berkeley. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (San Diego - San Francisco) is currently priced at $98.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Berkeley (average of $18). Flying from San Diego to Berkeley in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Berkeley

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Berkeley. 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 December 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$24Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$29Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$30Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$56Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$77Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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