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$43+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Modesto, CA

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SAN — SFO
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Modesto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Modesto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

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.
mié. 12/176:34 amSAN - SFO
1 stop25h 49mFrontier
lun. 1/122:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$117
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/158:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
jue. 1/12:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$123
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/268:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
jue. 1/12:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$133
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/148:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
lun. 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$137
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/318:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
lun. 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$138
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/158:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
mié. 12/312:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$148
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/251:06 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
lun. 1/52:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$150
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/167:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 55mAlaska Airlines
mar. 1/67:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$152
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/148:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/68:20 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$153
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/268:10 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
vie. 1/22:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$154
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.
mar. 12/167:59 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 47mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/12:13 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$155

Find flight deals from San Diego to Modesto

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Modesto flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$94
(Expedia)

One-way from

$43
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$167
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Modesto 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Modesto that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Modesto

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

vie. 1/16

8:31 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

San Francisco

dom. 1/18

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$113

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

sáb. 1/10

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

sáb. 1/10

1:13 pm-2:52 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$117

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mié. 1/7

8:50 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

mié. 1/7

2:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$127

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

sáb. 1/24

9:11 am-10:53 am

Nonstop1h 42m

San Francisco

dom. 1/25

9:32 pm-8:51 am

1 stop11h 19m

$128

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

mié. 2/25

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

San Francisco

dom. 3/1

6:40 am-8:18 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$132

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

sáb. 1/24

4:00 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

San Francisco

dom. 1/25

7:00 am-8:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$132

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

sáb. 1/24

6:45 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

dom. 1/25

1:50 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$132

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

lun. 1/12

12:15 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

mar. 1/13

11:41 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$137

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

vie. 1/23

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

lun. 1/26

10:40 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$147

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

sáb. 2/14

6:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

San Francisco

mar. 2/17

8:59 am-10:39 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$147

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Modesto

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Modesto may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Modesto (average of $18). Flying from San Diego to Modesto in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 MD9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Modesto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Modesto at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Modesto

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Modesto. 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to MD9 are scheduled on a Thursday (80 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Modesto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Modesto. 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 Modesto. Reviews last updated diciembre 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Modesto by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,817 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,431 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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 Modesto. 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 Modesto?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Modesto. On average, San Diego has 67 outbound flights to Modesto per day from 8 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Flights from San Diego to Modesto have been viewed 262 times in the past calendar month.

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

    A quick flight from San Diego to Modesto can take about 1h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $117. San Diego and Modesto are separated by a distance of 446 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Modesto are Spirit Airlines ($21), Frontier ($21), and Hawaiian Airlines ($28).

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

    Before booking your flight to Modesto from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (81%), SWISS (80%), SkyWest Airlines( 76%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $810 for a flight from San Diego to Modesto. The cheapest flight overall is $46 while the most popular route, (San Diego - San Francisco) is currently priced at $94.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Modesto (average of $18). Flying from San Diego to Modesto in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Modesto

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Modesto. 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$24Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$29Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$30Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$56Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$77Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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