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$39+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Irvine, CA

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SAN — LAX
may. 5 — may. 121
lun. 5/5
lun. 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$73
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$39
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$214
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/136:15 amSAN - LAX
1 stop3h 41mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/1910:10 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$73
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/136:15 amSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
mar. 5/1310:37 amLAX - SAN
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/317:35 pmSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mDelta
vie. 6/139:59 pmLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/28$179
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/109:32 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop9h 48mAlaska Airlines
mié. 7/168:32 amLAX - SAN
1 stop7h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$183
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vie. 6/138:08 amSAN - LAX
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
vie. 6/204:05 pmLAX - SAN
2 stops31h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$303

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

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Irvine

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Return

Price

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

mar. 5/13

6:15 am-9:56 am

1 stop3h 41m

Los Angeles

lun. 5/19

10:10 pm-7:13 am

1 stop9h 03m

$73

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

mar. 5/13

6:15 am-7:21 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Los Angeles

mar. 5/13

10:37 am-6:33 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$177

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

sáb. 5/31

6:15 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Los Angeles

vie. 6/20

2:28 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop0h 54m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

jue. 7/10

9:32 pm-7:20 am

1 stop9h 48m

Los Angeles

mié. 7/16

8:32 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$183

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

vie. 6/13

8:08 am-2:14 pm

2 stops30h 06m

Los Angeles

vie. 6/20

4:05 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops31h 24m

$303

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

lun. 6/9

4:24 pm-7:38 am

2 stops15h 14m

Los Angeles

vie. 6/13

10:15 am-7:29 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$453

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

mar. 5/20

6:15 am-9:56 am

1 stop3h 41m

$39

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

mar. 7/29

8:10 am-11:58 am

1 stop3h 48m

$92

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

vie. 8/29

9:59 pm-7:21 am

1 stop9h 22m

$124

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

vie. 10/10

8:40 pm-9:06 am

1 stop12h 26m

$151

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Irvine

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Irvine. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Irvine, you should look to book at least 80 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 Irvine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from San Diego to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Irvine as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Irvine. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Irvine. 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 abril 30, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to IR9 are scheduled on a Monday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Rainfall in Irvine by month

Plan your trip to Irvine by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

Plan your trip to Irvine by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated abril 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Irvine have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,405 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Irvine. You should not have trouble finding flights to Irvine from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 34 outbound flights to Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Irvine. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Irvine flight route?

    Flights from San Diego to Irvine have been viewed 63 times in the past calendar month.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $39. Alaska Airlines flights start at $92 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $124 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Irvine consider choosing EL AL (94%), China Eastern (92%) or Air China (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Irvine is generally $1,110, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $64 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from San Diego to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Irvine

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Irvine. 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 abril 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$281Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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