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$129+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Orlando (MCO)

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MCO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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$234
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One-way from

$129
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Good one-way deal

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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:00 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop10h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/289:28 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop15h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$234
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/93:57 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/297:00 amMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$240
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/189:00 amSAN - MCO
Nonstop5h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/276:16 pmMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:12 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Tue 10/214:10 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/11$266
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/510:11 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop14h 23mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/136:13 pmMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/289:13 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/43:36 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/712:30 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Mon 8/119:00 amMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$282
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/33:18 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop6h 35mFrontier
Tue 7/157:54 amMCO - SAN
1 stop13h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:08 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/2511:49 amMCO - SAN
2 stops11h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$371

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

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San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 7/22

7:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop10h 21m

Orlando

Mon 7/28

9:28 pm-9:55 am

1 stop15h 27m

$234

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Wed 7/9

3:57 pm-8:21 am

1 stop13h 24m

Orlando

Tue 7/29

7:00 am-9:04 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$240

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Mon 8/18

9:00 am-5:13 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

Orlando

Wed 8/27

6:16 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$257

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Wed 8/6

6:15 am-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Orlando

Wed 8/13

8:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$266

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 8/5

10:11 pm-3:34 pm

1 stop14h 23m

Orlando

Wed 8/13

6:13 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

$270

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Sat 6/28

9:13 pm-8:42 am

1 stop8h 29m

Orlando

Fri 7/4

3:36 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$278

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Thu 8/7

12:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Orlando

Mon 8/11

9:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$282

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Thu 7/3

3:18 pm-12:53 am

1 stop6h 35m

Orlando

Tue 7/15

7:54 am-6:19 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$301

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Sun 7/6

6:15 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Orlando

Wed 7/16

3:43 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$375

San DiegoOrlando

SAN - MCO

SANMCO

San Diego

Tue 9/2

1:38 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$129

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The best insider tips for San Diego to Orlando Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Orlando Airport trip
Airports
SAN

Arrive at SAN at least two hours before your flight to avoid congestion and ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
MCO

Skip renting a car at MCO; instead, use rideshares to reach your destination quickly and affordably.

Read more about MCOby Paul Rubio
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on MCO

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Orlando

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Orlando from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Orlando. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Orlando Airport is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Orlando Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 MCO?

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

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Orlando Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Orlando Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Orlando. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Orlando Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Orlando. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to MCO are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Orlando by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orlando Airport ranges from 2.4 - 8.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Orlando Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Orlando by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orlando Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Orlando

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orlando. 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 Orlando. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Diego to Orlando to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Orlando from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Orlando should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily outbound flights to Orlando from 8 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Orlando Airport round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $234, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Orlando Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hawaiian Airlines and Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $129. Users have also found prices from $130 and $133 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Orlando Airport from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (92%), Alaska Airlines (92%), Hawaiian Airlines( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Orlando Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,027 for a flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Orlando) is currently priced at $181.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Orlando Airport?

    Most of the time, San Diego to Orlando Airport flights that have layovers will stop in Phoenix.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    The majority of Phoenix visitors spend their time at Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall. Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall can be visited by traveling about 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.3 mi respectively from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Those on a layover in Phoenix in need of a rental car can book one at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl for about $50.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Orlando Airport flights?

    Of the flights from San Diego to Orlando Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Orlando 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 Orlando Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Orlando Airport (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Orlando Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 Orlando

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Orlando. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$125Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$220Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$253Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$264Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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