$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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
May 23 — May 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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Wed 8/267:31 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Frontier
Thu 8/2710:06 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/317:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Fri 6/510:01 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:44 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Mon 6/110:01 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$112
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/119:12 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/149:56 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$113
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/309:19 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sun 5/39:58 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$114
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/149:01 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/2310:01 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/158:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/209:26 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$116
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:29 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/293:37 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:04 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop10h 26m
Frontier
Mon 5/119:56 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/235:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Tue 5/267:40 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/297:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Fri 6/1210:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/119:12 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/139:26 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$121
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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 5/2812:50 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/25:55 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:45 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop3h 38m
Delta
Sat 5/166:20 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/146:20 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 28m
United Airlines
Fri 5/1510:40 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$169
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/153:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Mon 5/1811:55 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop6h 08m
Delta
Deal found 4/22![Delta logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 9/298:30 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Sun 10/411:45 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3011:01 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Tue 6/29:30 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop5h 27m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 5/146:20 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Mon 5/185:40 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$161
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/226:20 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 5/258:15 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/19![United Airlines logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 6/212:45 pm
SAN
- SFO
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Thu 6/45:00 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22![Southwest logo]()
$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Wed 5/276:30 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Fri 5/292:25 pm
SFO
- SAN
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19![Southwest logo]()
$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:20 pm
SAN
- SFO
2 stops5h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/91:50 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/18![Southwest logo]()
$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 6/84:10 pm
SAN
- SFO
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Sat 6/135:00 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22![Southwest logo]()
$210
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 April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/309:19 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sun 5/39:58 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$114
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:04 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop10h 26m
Frontier
Mon 5/119:56 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/119:12 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/149:56 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/119:12 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/139:26 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$121
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/149:01 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/2310:01 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$115
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 5/146:20 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Mon 5/188:10 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/158:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/209:26 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$116
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:44 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Mon 6/110:01 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$112
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/235:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Tue 5/267:40 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 5/276:30 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Sat 5/3011:05 am
SFO
- SAN
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20![Southwest logo]()
$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/297:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Fri 6/1210:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/317:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Fri 6/510:01 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$111
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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:09 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$59
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/137:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/247:15 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$61
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 5/164:16 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/119:59 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop16h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 5/139:59 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop10h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$68
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:44 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$69
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:10 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$70
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/277:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$73
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 April 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $110 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $59 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $173 |
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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 April 23, 2026.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 5/28
12:50 pm-2:35 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
San Francisco
Tue 6/2
5:55 am-10:50 am
1 stop4h 55m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 5/13
6:45 pm-10:23 pm
1 stop3h 38m
San Francisco
Sat 5/16
6:20 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$157
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 5/15
3:15 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop4h 05m
San Francisco
Mon 5/18
11:55 am-6:03 pm
1 stop6h 08m
$157
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 5/30
11:01 am-3:56 pm
1 stop4h 55m
San Francisco
Tue 6/2
9:30 am-2:57 pm
1 stop5h 27m
$157
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 9/29
8:30 am-10:05 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 10/4
11:45 am-1:20 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$160
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 5/14
6:20 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Mon 5/18
5:40 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop4h 20m
$161
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 5/14
6:20 am-10:48 am
1 stop4h 28m
San Francisco
Fri 5/15
10:40 pm-12:28 am
Nonstop1h 48m
$169
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 6/2
12:45 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops7h 10m
San Francisco
Thu 6/4
5:00 am-11:15 am
1 stop6h 15m
$186
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 5/27
6:30 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop4h 15m
San Francisco
Fri 5/29
2:25 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$202
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 5/8
4:20 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops5h 50m
San Francisco
Sat 5/9
1:50 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop6h 20m
$202
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you should look to book at least 90 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 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 April 23, 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 evening, which is usually more expensive.
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 April 18, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea flight should consider departing on Friday 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 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 April 23, 2026.
The most flights from SAN to CA5 are scheduled on a Wednesday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea?
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 April 23, 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.
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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Top 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Carmel-by-the-Sea
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$29 | Average$101 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$29 | Average$90 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$38 | Average$174 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$67 | Average$202 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$68 | Average$244 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$213 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$90 | Average$218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |