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$97+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Clearwater, FL

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MCO
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Clearwater

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Clearwater flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$181
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$97
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$298
From San Diego to Clearwater
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Clearwater
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Clearwater. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/207:47 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/276:50 amTPA - SAN
1 stop18h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 9/1210:20 amSAN - TPA
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Mon 9/156:37 amTPA - SAN
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$183
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:35 amSAN - TPA
1 stop19h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/209:10 amTPA - SAN
2 stops17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 10/226:41 amSAN - TPA
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
Mon 10/2710:42 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$189
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:35 amSAN - TPA
2 stops13h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/77:30 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$191
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:01 pmSAN - TPA
2 stops23h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/77:30 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$193
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Thu 10/166:41 amSAN - TPA
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
Sun 10/1911:15 amTPA - SAN
1 stop25h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$195
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:05 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/106:35 amTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/41:18 pmSAN - TPA
2 stops19h 26mFrontier
Wed 9/1011:00 amTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$197
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 9/157:47 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/226:37 amTPA - SAN
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 10/216:41 amSAN - TPA
2 stops14h 03mFrontier
Thu 10/3012:36 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 8/306:15 amSAN - TPA
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/69:10 amTPA - SAN
2 stops17h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$200

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Clearwater 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Clearwater that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Clearwater

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Sat 9/20

7:47 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 18m

Tampa

Sat 9/27

6:50 am-10:24 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$181

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Wed 9/17

7:47 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 18m

Tampa

Wed 9/24

11:00 am-10:24 pm

1 stop14h 24m

$181

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Mon 10/20

9:03 pm-5:22 am

1 stop29h 19m

Tampa

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$183

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Sat 11/1

6:41 am-12:26 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Tampa

Sun 11/9

6:37 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 40m

$183

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Fri 9/12

10:20 am-5:31 am

1 stop16h 11m

Tampa

Mon 9/15

6:37 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 32m

$183

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Tue 10/21

6:41 am-5:22 am

1 stop19h 41m

Tampa

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$183

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Sat 9/20

7:47 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 18m

Tampa

Sat 9/27

9:10 am-11:34 pm

2 stops17h 24m

$187

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Sun 9/14

6:35 am-5:31 am

1 stop19h 56m

Tampa

Sat 9/20

9:10 am-11:34 pm

2 stops17h 24m

$187

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Tue 10/21

6:41 am-5:22 am

1 stop19h 41m

Tampa

Thu 10/30

12:36 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$189

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Mon 10/20

9:03 pm-5:22 am

1 stop29h 19m

Tampa

Thu 10/30

12:36 pm-11:17 am

1 stop25h 41m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Clearwater

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Clearwater?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Clearwater, you should look to book at least 70 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 Clearwater?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Clearwater (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 CL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Clearwater. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Clearwater as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Clearwater flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Clearwater

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Diego to Clearwater. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,664 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Clearwater. 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 Clearwater?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Clearwater from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Clearwater should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Clearwater from 8 different airlines.

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

    Frontier can get you from San Diego to Clearwater in just under 29h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from San Diego to Clearwater is about 2082 mi.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Clearwater are American Airlines (70%), Alaska Airlines (70%) and Hawaiian Airlines (70%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Clearwater is generally $277, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Tampa), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Clearwater (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Clearwater

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Clearwater. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$125Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$201Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$212Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$217Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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