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$48+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to California

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SAN — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to California

Cheapest flights from San Diego to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sat 5/910:07 pm
SAN
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LAS
Nonstop1h 24m
Frontier
Mon 5/117:56 pm
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$74
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/138:54 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Wed 4/1511:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$78
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 5/1310:07 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 24m
Frontier
Wed 5/205:18 pm
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$79
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sun 4/129:56 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Wed 4/1511:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/142:12 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Thu 4/164:23 pm
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$81
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 4/199:00 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Wed 4/2211:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$82
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/209:02 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Tue 4/2111:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/1412:29 pm
SAN
-
LAS
1 stop8h 54m
Frontier
Wed 4/2211:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$84
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sat 4/182:12 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Tue 4/2111:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Fri 4/108:54 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Wed 4/2211:55 am
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$86
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 3/309:58 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Thu 4/26:47 pm
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$87
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:34 pm
SAN
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 33m
Frontier
Wed 5/205:18 pm
LAS
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$88

Find flight deals from San Diego to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$74
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
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From San Diego to California
One-way flight from San Diego to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to California.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to California 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 March 23, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 4/28

6:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

3:55 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 5/5

6:30 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

1:45 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 4/22

4:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 4/25

5:15 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

2:50 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$127

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Tue 5/12

8:30 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 5/13

5:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 4/15

6:30 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

7:20 am-2:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$132

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 5/19

1:25 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/20

7:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$137

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Wed 4/15

11:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop3h 50m

San Jose

Wed 4/22

1:45 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$142

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 4/15

12:30 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops5h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

3:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$142

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 4/17

8:45 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$147

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to California

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to California (average of $33). Flying from San Diego to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 23, 2026.

When flying from San Diego to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to California. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to California flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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 California

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to California. 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 March 23, 2026.

The most flights from SAN to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from San Diego to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to California?

    If you book a flight to California 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.

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to California in 1h 34m. Fly via Southwest, Alaska Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from San Diego to California is about 375 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $24 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $28 and United Airlines from $28 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to California?

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

    Consider United Airlines (96%), Copa Airlines (95%) or Virgin Australia (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to California.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to California is $138. On average you can expect to pay $1,151. The most popular route, (San Diego - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $86.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to California (average of $33). Flying from San Diego to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to California. 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$22Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$29Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$68Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$77Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$78Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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