$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Big Sur, CA
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Big Sur
Cheapest flights from San Diego to Big SurExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Big Sur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Big Sur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/49:19 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Thu 5/711:29 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop6h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:35 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 2/252:00 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2312:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Sun 4/2610:03 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28![Frontier logo]()
$118
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:19 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Sat 4/256:00 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop17h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2812:20 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 3/26:10 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28![Southwest logo]()
$122
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/129:07 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop10h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/176:40 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$123
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.
Mon 4/209:19 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/227:15 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$124
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1810:09 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 2/256:40 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$126
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/267:45 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 3/57:00 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28![United Airlines logo]()
$127
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.
Thu 2/266:25 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Sun 3/111:00 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop12h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:25 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Mon 2/239:02 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop14h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 2/236:30 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/246:40 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$131
Find flight deals from San Diego to Big Sur
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Big Sur flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $113 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $59 (Southwest) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $158 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Big Sur 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Big Sur that are best for you.
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San Diego
Fly to
Big Sur
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 2/28
3:45 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop6h 45m
San Francisco
Sun 3/1
5:50 am-7:20 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$122
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 2/17
10:09 pm-11:59 pm
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Wed 2/25
6:40 am-8:18 am
Nonstop1h 38m
$126
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 3/12
6:15 am-8:05 am
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Sun 3/15
7:00 am-8:40 am
Nonstop1h 40m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 2/26
7:40 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 3/1
5:50 am-7:20 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 3/13
6:15 am-8:05 am
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Mon 3/16
7:00 am-8:40 am
Nonstop1h 40m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 4/9
6:20 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Sun 4/12
6:00 am-7:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 3/5
11:57 am-1:44 pm
Nonstop1h 47m
San Francisco
Fri 3/6
10:35 pm-12:14 am
Nonstop1h 39m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 2/19
12:30 pm-2:14 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
San Francisco
Tue 2/24
6:40 am-8:18 am
Nonstop1h 38m
$137
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 2/27
7:40 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 40m
San Francisco
Sat 2/28
6:15 am-7:45 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$137
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Mon 3/9
7:55 am-9:45 am
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Fri 3/13
7:00 am-8:40 am
Nonstop1h 40m
$141
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Big Sur
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Big Sur, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur (average of $19). Flying from San Diego to Big Sur in December is currently the most expensive (average of $66). 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 B1G?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Big Sur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Big Sur 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 20% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Big Sur?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Big Sur flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.
Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Big Sur
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Big Sur. 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 January 29, 2026.
The most flights from SAN to B1G are scheduled on a Thursday (72 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing Big Sur
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Big Sur. 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 Big Sur. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Big Sur have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
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Top 9 airlines flying from San Diego to Big Sur
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Big Sur. 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 29, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$22 | Average$86 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$28 | Average$182 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$37 | Average$94 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$57 | Average$212 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$220 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$174 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$196 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$116 | Average$224 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$357 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |