$73+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Cleveland (SAN - CLE)
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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CLE
Dec 26 — Jan 21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to ClevelandExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Sun 12/74:47 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop15h 20mFrontier
Wed 1/79:18 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop19h 11mFrontier
Deal found 11/24![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/118:10 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop11h 57mFrontier
Mon 12/158:15 amCLE - SAN
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Deal found 11/26![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Sat 12/134:47 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop15h 20mFrontier
Mon 12/223:12 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop11h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/25![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/2410:57 amSAN - CLE
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Wed 12/313:12 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop11h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/25![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/106:34 amSAN - CLE
1 stop25h 33mFrontier
Sun 12/148:20 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop25h 55mFrontier
Deal found 11/25![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/48:10 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop11h 57mFrontier
Thu 1/88:20 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/24![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/251:06 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop14h 54mFrontier
Mon 1/57:40 amCLE - SAN
2 stops31h 28mFrontier
Deal found 11/25![Frontier logo]()
$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/83:05 pmSAN - CLE
2 stops17h 02mFrontier
Mon 1/123:45 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/24![Frontier logo]()
$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/84:57 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop15h 10mFrontier
Fri 1/99:08 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop20h 26mFrontier
Deal found 11/24![Frontier logo]()
$210
Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Cleveland
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Cleveland (CLE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $129 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $73 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $481 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Cleveland 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cleveland that are best for you.
Fly from
San Diego
Fly to
Cleveland
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Wed 1/7
3:29 pm-11:07 am
1 stop16h 38m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Fri 1/16
7:10 am-7:31 pm
2 stops15h 21m
$211
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Sun 12/7
4:47 pm-11:07 am
1 stop15h 20m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Tue 1/13
9:00 pm-5:09 pm
2 stops23h 09m
$212
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Thu 1/29
6:30 am-6:49 pm
1 stop9h 19m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Sun 2/1
7:59 pm-10:54 am
1 stop17h 55m
$217
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Tue 1/6
3:29 pm-10:56 am
2 stops16h 27m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Thu 1/15
12:19 pm-12:15 am
1 stop14h 56m
$259
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Tue 12/23
9:14 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop23h 41m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Mon 12/29
6:59 pm-9:57 am
2 stops41h 58m
$287
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Wed 12/17
6:34 am-11:07 am
1 stop25h 33m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Sun 12/21
8:20 pm-1:15 pm
2 stops19h 55m
$289
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Wed 1/7
5:35 pm-9:45 am
2 stops13h 10m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Wed 1/14
10:25 am-8:43 pm
2 stops13h 18m
$296
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Tue 1/6
5:35 pm-9:45 am
2 stops13h 10m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Wed 1/14
10:25 am-8:43 pm
2 stops13h 18m
$296
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Thu 1/8
11:49 am-7:27 pm
1 stop28h 38m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Sun 1/11
7:30 am-10:07 am
1 stop29h 37m
$304
San DiegoCleveland
SAN - CLE
SANCLE
San Diego
Tue 1/20
6:55 pm-9:40 am
2 stops11h 45m
Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Sun 1/25
6:30 am-2:29 pm
2 stops10h 59m
$306
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Cleveland
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Cleveland in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cleveland flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cleveland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Cleveland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cleveland flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Cleveland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Cleveland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland (average of $97). Flying from San Diego to Cleveland in July is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 CLE?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Cleveland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
When flying from San Diego to Cleveland, 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 44% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Cleveland?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Cleveland flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Cleveland?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Cleveland chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Cleveland on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Cleveland?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Cleveland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $253.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Cleveland?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Cleveland, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 56m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Cleveland?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Cleveland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 9h 20m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cleveland
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cleveland. 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 Cleveland. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to Cleveland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$166 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$239 | Average$420 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$290 | Average$471 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$290 | Average$488 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |