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$126+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Mexico City (MEX)

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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MEX
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Mexico City

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/246:25 amSAN - MEX
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/277:30 amMEX - SAN
2 stops32h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$474
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Fri 12/121:33 pmSAN - MEX
1 stop28h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1411:55 amMEX - SAN
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$477
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/81:33 pmSAN - MEX
1 stop28h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1511:55 amMEX - SAN
2 stops31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$484
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/1012:34 pmSAN - MEX
2 stops31h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1711:55 amMEX - SAN
1 stop26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/136:25 amSAN - MEX
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1511:55 amMEX - SAN
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$493
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sun 12/73:18 pmSAN - MEX
1 stop26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/910:45 pmMEX - SAN
2 stops21h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$502
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/610:30 pmSAN - MEX
2 stops21h 00mAeromexico
Mon 12/87:35 amMEX - SAN
1 stop9h 48mAeromexico
Deal found 12/2$512
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:45 amSAN - MEX
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Tue 12/308:10 amMEX - SAN
1 stop17h 49mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$518
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/256:25 amSAN - MEX
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/298:10 amMEX - SAN
2 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$529
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:59 amSAN - MEX
1 stop11h 30mAeromexico
Fri 12/510:00 amMEX - SAN
2 stops15h 57mAeromexico
Deal found 12/4$541

Find flight deals from San Diego to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Mexico City (MEX). 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 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$304
(Aeromexico)

One-way from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$737
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Mexico City 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Mexico City that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:26 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop21h 39m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/28

8:10 am-11:31 pm

1 stop17h 21m

$314

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Wed 2/18

8:59 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop21h 06m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 2/25

8:10 am-10:46 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$338

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:25 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 1/19

11:55 am-9:32 am

1 stop23h 37m

$345

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Thu 3/5

6:25 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 3/8

8:10 am-8:27 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$351

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/25

8:10 am-8:51 am

2 stops26h 41m

$378

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Thu 1/29

8:16 am-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 2/7

11:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$378

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:26 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop22h 44m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-11:31 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$383

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-11:31 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$392

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Sun 2/1

10:51 am-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 2/10

11:10 am-5:32 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$403

San DiegoMexico City

SAN - MEX

SANMEX

San Diego

Sat 1/10

9:44 am-8:05 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 1/17

3:45 pm-8:21 am

2 stops18h 36m

$410

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Mexico City

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 Mexico City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Mexico City

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Mexico City (average of $148). Flying from San Diego to Mexico City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Mexico City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Mexico City?

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Mexico City, such as Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,653 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
9,063 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
11,045 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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 Mexico City. 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 Mexico City?

    Airlines like Frontier fly from San Diego to Mexico City in about 13h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San Diego and Mexico City are separated by a distance of 1447 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Aeromexico ($311), Delta ($412), and American Airlines ($497) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Mexico City. Aeromexico is priced at 49% 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 Mexico City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $282 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $289 and United Airlines from $304 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Mexico City (average of $148). Flying from San Diego to Mexico City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 Mexico City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Mexico City. 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$311Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$412Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$497Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$514Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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