Cheap flights from San Diego to Los Angeles (SAN - LAX)

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From San Diego to Los Angeles

Are flight prices decreasing from San Diego to Los Angeles due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Diego and Los Angeles for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from San Diego to Los Angeles to control the spread of COVID-19?

Alaska Airlines and Delta are some of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. New policies for travelers booking flights from San Diego to Los Angeles include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitization, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from San Diego to Los Angeles have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from San Diego to Los Angeles have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Delta with this kind of flexibility.

What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Los Angeles from 10 different airlines. 0h 49m is how long a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find flights from San Diego to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $93, but on average you can expect to pay $146.

Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to Los Angeles is less than $253.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Los Angeles for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 39 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Los Angeles.

Does it rain more in San Diego or Los Angeles?

When traveling, it's generally smart to pack in preparation for rain or any other conditions that may arise. The rainfall in San Diego is roughly similar to Los Angeles. You can assume this to be the case over the next 3 days.

Is San Diego weather warmer or cooler than Los Angeles?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 90 °F's in August, on average. The temperature in Los Angeles is generally hotter than in San Diego. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

How long is the flight from San Diego to Los Angeles?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines can get you from San Diego to Los Angeles in just under 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 26m. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Los Angeles round-trip?

Currently priced at $93, Frontier will fly you from San Diego to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $129. Frontier is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles one-way?

$44 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $57 and $89, respectively.