Mesa

$30+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Mesa, AZ

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SAN — PHX
Jan 9 — Jan 161
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Mesa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Mesa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/3110:57 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Sat 1/38:30 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$63
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/259:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Sat 1/38:30 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/2410:57 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Wed 1/711:47 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$67
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/189:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Sun 12/219:52 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$68
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Mon 12/2212:58 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$70
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sat 12/279:32 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 12/309:36 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/189:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Thu 12/259:36 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$76
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Sun 12/289:52 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$77
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/259:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Thu 1/19:36 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$78
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/2410:57 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Sat 1/38:30 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$80
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:14 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Sat 12/208:30 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$84

Find flight deals from San Diego to Mesa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Mesa flight deals. Data was last updated December 10, 2025.

Round-trip from

$58
(Frontier)

One-way from

$30
(eDestinos)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$150
From San Diego to Mesa
One-way flight from San Diego to Mesa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Mesa 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 December 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Mesa that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Mesa

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Price

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 1/29

9:45 pm-12:13 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 2/3

3:45 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$87

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 1/7

6:50 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/14

12:05 pm-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Tue 1/13

8:20 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/20

7:35 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Sat 2/21

2:25 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 2/24

4:40 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$107

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 3/4

11:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/4

6:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$116

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Sat 2/7

11:35 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 2/9

8:24 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$127

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Mon 1/12

1:04 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/17

8:45 am-6:13 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$133

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$137

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Thu 3/12

9:19 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$40

San DiegoPhoenix

SAN - PHX

SANPHX

San Diego

Wed 1/7

11:35 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$49

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Mesa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mesa from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Mesa. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Mesa. 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 Mesa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Mesa (average of $39). Flying from San Diego to Mesa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $87). 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 MS9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Mesa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 10, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from San Diego to Mesa by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Mesa

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Mesa. 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 December 10, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to MS9 are scheduled on a Wednesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mesa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mesa. 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 Mesa. Reviews last updated December 10, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Mesa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Mesa. 5 airlines have flights from San Diego to Mesa on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Mesa should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 21 outbound flights to Mesa per day.

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

    Southwest can get you from San Diego to Mesa in just under 1h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from San Diego to Mesa is about 305 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    $28 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 Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $43 and $45, respectively.

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

    Consider Porter Airlines (93%), American Airlines (73%) or Southwest (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Mesa.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $47. While the most popular route (San Diego - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $58 on average, our data indicates $555 when flying from San Diego to Mesa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Mesa (average of $39). Flying from San Diego to Mesa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $87). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Mesa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Mesa. 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 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$53Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$79Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$97Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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