Dallas

$74+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dallas

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SAN — DFW
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Dallas are usually found in August or July, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/279:58 pm
SAN
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DFW
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Mon 3/305:45 am
DFW
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SAN
1 stop20h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1411:21 am
SAN
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DFW
Nonstop3h 03m
Frontier
Mon 2/169:55 pm
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop25h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/96:55 am
SAN
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DFW
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Thu 3/1210:36 pm
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop19h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/177:11 am
SAN
-
DFW
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Mon 2/237:25 am
DFW
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$160
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:25 am
SAN
-
DFW
1 stop7h 23m
Frontier
Sat 2/215:45 am
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop7h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/92:52 pm
SAN
-
DFW
1 stop23h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/114:16 pm
DFW
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/119:45 am
SAN
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 01m
Frontier
Thu 2/1910:19 am
DFW
-
SAN
2 stops14h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/69:58 pm
SAN
-
DFW
2 stops11h 12m
Frontier
Mon 3/96:43 pm
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop7h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1411:21 am
SAN
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 03m
Frontier
Tue 2/1711:55 am
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/147:15 am
SAN
-
DFW
1 stop10h 27m
Frontier
Mon 4/207:26 pm
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop6h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/196:25 am
SAN
-
DFW
1 stop7h 25m
Frontier
Fri 2/207:11 pm
DFW
-
SAN
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/47:00 am
SAN
-
DFW
1 stop5h 31m
Frontier
Wed 2/114:16 pm
DFW
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$168

Find flight deals from San Diego to Dallas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Dallas (A78). 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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$156
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$74
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$298
From San Diego to Dallas
One-way flight from San Diego to Dallas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Dallas that are best for you.

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Price

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Thu 2/12

2:38 pm-5:47 am

1 stop13h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 2/16

10:56 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$157

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Sat 3/7

6:55 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/15

10:45 pm-12:16 am

Nonstop3h 31m

$178

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Fri 2/27

8:20 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops20h 57m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/2

2:05 pm-12:08 am

1 stop12h 03m

$179

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Tue 4/21

3:21 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/26

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$187

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Sat 2/21

12:23 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/6

5:45 am-4:13 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$189

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DAL

SANDAL

San Diego

Fri 4/24

6:40 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Dallas Love Field

Thu 4/30

6:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$197

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Mon 2/16

9:50 am-2:51 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 2/20

7:20 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$208

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Tue 4/21

12:29 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 26m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/26

12:03 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$209

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Wed 4/15

7:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/19

10:45 pm-12:11 am

Nonstop3h 26m

$210

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DAL

SANDAL

San Diego

Sat 2/21

6:10 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Dallas Love Field

Sat 2/28

6:25 am-7:50 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Dallas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Dallas. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Dallas. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Dallas?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dallas (average of $64). Flying from San Diego to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Dallas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 52% on flights from San Diego to Dallas by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Dallas. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Dallas. 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from SAN to A78 are scheduled on a Wednesday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How often are flights from San Diego to Dallas delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San Diego and Dallas have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Dallas flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Dallas flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for San Diego to Dallas flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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 Dallas. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines from San Diego to Dallas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Dallas?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Dallas. 7 airlines have flights from San Diego to Dallas on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Dallas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 31 outbound flights to Dallas per day.

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

    Frontier, American Airlines, and Southwest can get you from San Diego to Dallas in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 19m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1179 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $75, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Dallas.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Dallas for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Dallas are Spirit Airlines ($33), Frontier ($34), and Southwest ($89).

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

    Consider Frontier (94%), Finnair (86%) or GOL (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Dallas.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Dallas is $89. On average you can expect to pay $1,029. The most popular route, (San Diego - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $98.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dallas (average of $64). Flying from San Diego to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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