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$179+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Ecuador

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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — UIO
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Ecuador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Ecuador flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$567
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$517
From San Diego to Ecuador
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Ecuador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Ecuador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:50 pmSAN - GYE
2 stops27h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/62:35 pmGYE - SAN
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$567
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:12 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop13h 15mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/193:10 amUIO - SAN
1 stop16h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$572
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:23 pmSAN - UIO
2 stops21h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/1212:55 amUIO - SAN
1 stop13h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$579
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:53 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop13h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/131:35 amUIO - SAN
1 stop12h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:00 amSAN - GYE
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/238:30 amGYE - SAN
2 stops25h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$587
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:07 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/41:35 amUIO - SAN
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$594
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/45:55 pmSAN - UIO
3 stops51h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/121:35 amUIO - SAN
2 stops25h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$602
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:35 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop21h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1512:55 amUIO - SAN
1 stop13h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$607
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:30 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop30h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/58:27 amUIO - SAN
1 stop17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$609
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Fri 10/1711:08 amSAN - GYE
2 stops12h 57mAvianca
Wed 10/223:15 amGYE - SAN
2 stops22h 26mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$637
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Fri 10/178:40 pmSAN - GYE
1 stop20h 11mJetBlue
Thu 10/239:30 pmGYE - SAN
1 stop24h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 9/14$725
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1712:30 pmSAN - GYE
1 stop28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/238:15 amGYE - SAN
1 stop29h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$746

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Ecuador 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 Ecuador that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Ecuador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

Thu 10/30

5:50 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops27h 47m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 11/6

2:35 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$567

San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

Thu 1/1

7:55 pm-11:18 am

2 stops36h 23m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 1/25

2:35 pm-8:37 am

2 stops45h 02m

$567

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Fri 10/17

9:12 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 10/19

3:10 am-5:57 pm

1 stop16h 47m

$572

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Tue 11/4

10:23 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops21h 41m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 11/13

8:27 am-11:07 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$579

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Thu 12/11

5:23 pm-6:10 am

1 stop9h 47m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 12/14

8:00 am-7:56 pm

1 stop14h 56m

$584

San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

Fri 10/17

6:15 am-11:15 am

2 stops27h 00m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 10/23

12:15 pm-7:56 am

2 stops21h 41m

$587

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Thu 10/30

12:07 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 11/4

1:35 am-4:25 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$594

San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

Fri 10/17

11:08 am-2:05 am

2 stops12h 57m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 10/22

3:15 am-11:41 pm

2 stops22h 26m

$637

San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

Thu 1/1

6:15 am-11:50 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 1/25

7:30 am-11:21 am

1 stop30h 51m

$672

San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

Fri 10/17

8:40 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop20h 11m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 10/23

9:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$725

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Ecuador

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Ecuador (average of $463). Flying from San Diego to Ecuador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 EC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ecuador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Ecuador, such as Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador?

    For a flight from San Diego to Ecuador, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and LATAM Airlines can get you from San Diego to Ecuador in just under 21h 41m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 09m. San Diego and Ecuador are separated by a distance of 3394 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $297. However, be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Ecuador for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Ecuador?

    The most popular flight routes from San Diego to Ecuador are San Diego - Quito Mariscal Sucr, San Diego - Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo and San Diego - Cuenca.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Ecuador (average of $463). Flying from San Diego to Ecuador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Ecuador

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Ecuador. 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
Copa AirlinesCheapest$334Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$499Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$555Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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