$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-SeaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 8/223:43 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/251:07 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$78
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/134:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Mon 9/145:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$79
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/193:43 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/261:07 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$80
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Thu 10/154:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Fri 10/165:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$81
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/1810:00 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/189:19 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 8/113:03 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop6h 09m
Frontier
Sat 8/1510:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 10/234:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Sun 10/255:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$84
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/113:03 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop19h 22m
Frontier
Wed 8/1210:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/2910:00 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Mon 8/313:38 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop4h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/127:45 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Sat 8/1510:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$87
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Thu 8/137:45 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Mon 8/1710:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$88
Best flights from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-SeaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:20 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Tue 8/187:10 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/41:00 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/78:25 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:05 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Sat 9/126:40 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/107:50 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Thu 9/103:20 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:05 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Sat 8/295:00 am
SFO
- SAN
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$112
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:20 am
SAN
- SFO
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 8/197:10 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$112
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:20 am
SAN
- SFO
2 stops6h 40m
Southwest
Sat 8/296:25 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$112
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/34:45 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Thu 9/105:10 am
SFO
- SAN
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$122
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:05 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Fri 9/117:10 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/145:25 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Fri 10/166:25 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1812:30 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Tue 8/259:35 am
SFO
- SAN
2 stops5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$146
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/296:20 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Sat 8/293:25 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$147
Last-minute flights from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-SeaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 7/287:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sun 8/910:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$215
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/284:14 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 7/317:55 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$221
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/297:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Wed 9/21:07 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Thu 7/307:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Tue 8/1110:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$178
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Thu 7/307:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sun 8/910:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Fri 7/317:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sun 8/910:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Fri 7/317:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Thu 8/610:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/17:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Wed 8/1210:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sat 8/17:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Mon 8/1710:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/18:51 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop11h 57m
Frontier
Tue 8/1110:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$222
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 8/17:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sun 8/210:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18![Frontier logo]()
$223
One-way flights from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-SeaSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/203:10 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$59
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Mon 8/178:51 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/113:03 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop19h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$62
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Wed 8/123:03 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop6h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/147:45 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/164:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$66
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/157:15 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$69
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 9/119:43 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop15h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:10 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$74
Find flight deals from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea flight deals. Data was last updated July 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $78 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $59 (Southwest) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $198 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea 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 July 24, 2026.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 8/15
6:20 am-12:05 pm
1 stop5h 45m
San Francisco
Tue 8/18
7:10 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$107
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 9/5
6:05 pm-7:35 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 9/12
6:40 am-2:15 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$107
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 9/10
7:50 am-9:25 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Thu 9/10
3:20 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$107
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 8/22
6:05 pm-7:35 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 8/29
5:00 am-11:15 am
2 stops6h 15m
$112
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 8/19
7:20 am-2:40 pm
2 stops7h 20m
San Francisco
Wed 8/19
7:10 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$112
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 8/26
10:20 am-5:00 pm
2 stops6h 40m
San Francisco
Sat 8/29
6:25 am-7:55 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$112
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 9/3
4:45 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop6h 20m
San Francisco
Thu 9/10
5:10 am-11:15 am
2 stops6h 05m
$122
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 9/11
1:05 pm-5:55 pm
1 stop4h 50m
San Francisco
Fri 9/11
7:10 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 10/14
5:25 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop5h 20m
San Francisco
Fri 10/16
6:25 am-8:00 am
Nonstop1h 35m
$137
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 8/18
12:30 pm-2:05 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Tue 8/25
9:35 am-3:25 pm
2 stops5h 50m
$146
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea
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SAN-CA5
SAN-SFO
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to CA5?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 July 24, 2026.
The most flights from SAN to CA5 are scheduled on a Thursday (85 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea flights typically cost between $126 and $252 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $78 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 22-Aug 25).
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.
Reviews of airlines servicing Carmel-by-the-Sea
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 Carmel-by-the-Sea. Reviews last updated July 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$43 | Average$114 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$206 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$68 | Average$240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$95 | Average$236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$100 | Average$236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |