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$87+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CLE
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in August or April, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$87
(Cheapflightsfares)

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August

Average price

$382
From San Diego to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cleveland
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 September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:41 amSAN - CLE
1 stop14h 10mFrontier
Mon 11/104:15 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop10h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/106:41 amSAN - CLE
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Mon 10/131:01 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$166
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:00 amSAN - CLE
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Wed 10/158:00 amCLE - SAN
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/54:52 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Sun 12/74:57 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop21h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:41 amSAN - CLE
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Mon 10/201:03 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:00 amSAN - CLE
2 stops36h 59mFrontier
Tue 10/214:15 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop8h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/207:15 amSAN - CLE
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Mon 9/2211:57 amCLE - SAN
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$213
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/310:20 amSAN - CLE
1 stop27h 24mFrontier
Wed 10/84:15 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop22h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$215
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:41 amSAN - CLE
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Thu 10/236:33 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$220

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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cleveland that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Cleveland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 10/16

7:23 pm-11:42 am

1 stop13h 19m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 10/20

9:59 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 51m

$166

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 10/9

3:59 pm-6:07 am

1 stop11h 08m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 10/13

1:01 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$166

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Wed 10/8

8:00 am-6:07 am

1 stop19h 07m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 10/15

8:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$174

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Fri 12/5

4:52 pm-6:15 am

1 stop10h 23m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 12/7

4:57 pm-11:43 am

1 stop21h 46m

$175

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Tue 10/14

2:11 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop24h 48m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 10/21

4:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$245

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Wed 10/1

8:00 am-5:11 am

1 stop18h 11m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 10/5

8:11 pm-11:09 am

1 stop17h 58m

$248

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Fri 10/10

1:06 pm-1:52 am

1 stop9h 46m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 10/12

6:33 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$248

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Sat 10/11

1:01 pm-10:47 am

2 stops18h 46m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 10/13

1:01 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$266

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Fri 10/10

1:06 pm-1:52 am

1 stop9h 46m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 10/13

1:01 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops13h 49m

$269

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Sun 11/9

6:41 am-4:44 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland

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

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 September 12, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from San Diego to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 September 16, 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 45% 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.

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 September 16, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Cleveland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Frontier can get you from San Diego to Cleveland in just under 13h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between San Diego and Cleveland is about 2022 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Cleveland round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($150), American Airlines ($258), and Delta ($296) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Cleveland. These flights start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from San Diego to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Cleveland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Cleveland. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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