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$58+ 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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CLE
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in April or August, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Frontier)

One-way from

$58
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$424
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 July 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/87:05 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Sat 8/167:00 pmCLE - SAN
2 stops15h 46mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$229
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/316:15 amSAN - CLE
2 stops9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/78:01 pmCLE - SAN
1 stop6h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$246
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/1811:46 amSAN - CLE
1 stop14h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/226:54 pmCLE - SAN
2 stops16h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$284
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:30 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop9h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/227:00 amCLE - SAN
1 stop8h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/1$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 7/246:15 amSAN - CLE
2 stops9h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/412:37 pmCLE - SAN
3 stops32h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/2911:10 amSAN - CLE
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/55:35 amCLE - SAN
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 7/3110:15 pmSAN - CLE
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Tue 8/57:05 amCLE - SAN
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/29$297

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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 July 1, 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

Fri 8/8

7:05 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 55m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 8/16

7:00 pm-7:46 am

2 stops15h 46m

$229

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 7/31

6:15 am-6:52 pm

2 stops9h 37m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/7

8:01 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$246

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 9/18

11:46 am-5:45 am

1 stop14h 59m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 9/22

6:54 pm-8:52 am

2 stops16h 58m

$284

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 9/18

5:30 pm-5:45 am

1 stop9h 15m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$288

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 7/24

6:15 am-6:52 pm

2 stops9h 37m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/4

12:37 pm-5:55 pm

3 stops32h 18m

$292

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Tue 7/29

11:10 am-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 8/5

5:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$294

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 7/31

10:15 pm-9:29 am

1 stop8h 14m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 8/5

7:05 am-10:57 am

1 stop6h 52m

$297

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Wed 7/16

7:04 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 56m

$58

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Thu 7/17

6:15 am-6:52 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$143

San DiegoCleveland

SAN - CLE

SANCLE

San Diego

Tue 7/29

11:31 am-12:17 am

1 stop9h 46m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Cleveland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cleveland from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 27, 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 July 1, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cleveland?

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 July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
4,273 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
2,539 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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 Cleveland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($229), Alaska Airlines ($284), and Hawaiian Airlines ($288) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Cleveland. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Cleveland one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $58. Users have also found prices from $143 and $145 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$352Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$352Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$385Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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