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$39+ 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 6/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Big Sur are usually found in January or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$57
(Southwest)

One-way from

$39
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$148
From San Diego to Big Sur
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Big Sur
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 June 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/98:35 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sat 7/126:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$57
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/3010:11 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/36:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$69
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/266:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/306:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$71
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2810:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 52mFrontier
Sun 8/311:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$78
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/76:20 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/910:35 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$82
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 7/125:53 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/167:20 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$86
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/184:40 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/18:46 amSFO - SAN
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/169:59 amSAN - SFO
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Wed 7/166:50 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/11$171

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Big Sur that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Big Sur

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/9

8:35 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

6:40 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$57

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/30

10:11 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

6:00 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$69

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 6/26

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$71

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 8/28

10:15 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

1:27 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$78

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 8/7

6:20 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 38m

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

10:35 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$82

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 7/12

5:53 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

7:20 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$86

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 9/18

4:40 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

8:46 am-3:21 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$159

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/16

9:59 am-2:50 pm

1 stop4h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

6:50 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$171

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 6/20

6:20 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$39

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 10/23

12:18 pm-2:01 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$42

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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 June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Big Sur, you should look to book at least 37 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to Big Sur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 June 12, 2025.

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

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 June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Big Sur flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to B1G are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

Rainfall in Big Sur by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Big Sur ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Big Sur when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Big Sur by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Big Sur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to Big Sur by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Big Sur. 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 Big Sur?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur. On average, San Diego has 65 outbound flights to Big Sur per day from 9 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Big Sur flight route?

    The San Diego to Big Sur flight path was viewed by 224 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $39. Users have also found prices from $42 and $48 on Hawaiian Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Big Sur from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (94%), Emirates (91%), Lufthansa( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Big Sur?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $38. While the most popular route (San Diego - San Francisco) can be booked for $57 on average our data indicates $1,472 when flying from San Diego to Big Sur.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Big Sur 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 Big Sur?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Big Sur (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to Big Sur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$27Average$90FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$34Average$82FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
CitizenPlaneCheapest$180Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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