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$289+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Fayetteville (SAN - XNA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — XNA
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fayetteville

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Fayetteville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Fayetteville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/296:25 amSAN - XNA
1 stop9h 56mFrontier
Sun 1/42:19 pmXNA - SAN
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/3112:42 pmSAN - XNA
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/11:30 pmXNA - SAN
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/309:00 amSAN - XNA
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/29:59 amXNA - SAN
2 stops9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$414
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/2411:25 amSAN - XNA
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Thu 12/253:29 pmXNA - SAN
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/20$421
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/309:00 amSAN - XNA
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/11:30 pmXNA - SAN
2 stops8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/307:14 amSAN - XNA
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/32:38 pmXNA - SAN
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/249:50 amSAN - XNA
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/255:43 amXNA - SAN
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$487
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/3111:12 amSAN - XNA
2 stops7h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/29:59 amXNA - SAN
2 stops9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/3012:11 pmSAN - XNA
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/31:30 pmXNA - SAN
2 stops12h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$539

Find flight deals from San Diego to Fayetteville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Fayetteville (XNA). 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$318
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Fayetteville that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Fayetteville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Thu 3/19

6:15 am-4:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 3/24

5:13 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$289

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Thu 3/19

9:46 am-4:53 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Mon 3/23

5:13 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$289

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Mon 3/23

5:13 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$289

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Sat 2/14

11:30 am-8:13 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 2/17

11:46 am-6:33 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$369

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Tue 3/17

6:30 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Mon 3/23

7:45 am-7:48 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$374

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Wed 2/25

7:26 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops18h 06m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 2/27

4:02 pm-10:04 am

2 stops20h 02m

$379

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Mon 12/29

6:25 am-6:21 pm

1 stop9h 56m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sun 1/4

2:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$396

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Thu 3/19

6:30 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 3/24

1:29 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$401

San DiegoFayetteville

SAN - XNA

SANXNA

San Diego

Tue 12/30

6:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Thu 1/1

7:15 am-3:26 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$409

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/21

Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Fayetteville

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 Fayetteville in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Fayetteville flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Fayetteville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Fayetteville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Fayetteville flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fayetteville from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Fayetteville

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Fayetteville. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Fayetteville, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fayetteville (average of $162). Flying from San Diego to Fayetteville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 XNA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Fayetteville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Fayetteville is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fayetteville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fayetteville. 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 Fayetteville. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Fayetteville have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,106 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,074 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

    Delta can get you from San Diego to Fayetteville in just under 8h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to . San Diego and Fayetteville are separated by a distance of 1322 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $142, Frontier will fly you from San Diego to Fayetteville and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $203 and $208, respectively. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $103. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Fayetteville for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fayetteville (average of $162). Flying from San Diego to Fayetteville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Fayetteville

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Fayetteville. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$142Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$203Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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