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$41+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Pasadena, CA

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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — LAX
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Pasadena are usually found in July or August, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Pasadena

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Pasadena flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$84
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$41
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$179
From San Diego to Pasadena
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Pasadena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Pasadena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:01 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/156:45 amLAX - SAN
1 stop11h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$84
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:59 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/138:00 amLAX - SAN
1 stop10h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$161
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 12/95:30 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop4h 10mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/136:00 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop3h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$178
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/213:59 pmSAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 02mDelta
Sun 8/248:20 amLAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/31$179

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San Diego

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Pasadena

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 8/14

7:01 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

6:45 am-5:56 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$84

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sun 9/14

6:15 am-7:29 am

1 stop25h 14m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

7:50 pm-7:29 am

1 stop11h 39m

$175

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 8/21

10:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

8:20 am-9:18 am

Nonstop0h 58m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 8/14

1:17 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$41

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sun 8/24

11:25 am-11:54 am

1 stop24h 29m

$78

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Mon 12/15

5:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$90

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Deals found on 7/31

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Pasadena

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Pasadena. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Pasadena is 80 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 Pasadena?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Pasadena (average of $246). Flying from San Diego to Pasadena in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 P4S?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Pasadena. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Pasadena as you normally would.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Pasadena

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Pasadena. 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 August 1, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to P4S are scheduled on a Friday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Pasadena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pasadena. 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 Pasadena. Reviews last updated August 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from San Diego to Pasadena. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,239 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Pasadena from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 42 flights from San Diego to Pasadena per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 78 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Pasadena.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $41. Users have also found prices from $78 and $90 on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Pasadena are Lufthansa (97%), China Eastern (95%) and Asiana Airlines (95%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Pasadena? While on average our users pay $1,712, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (San Diego - Los Angeles), is priced around $84.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Pasadena (average of $246). Flying from San Diego to Pasadena in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Pasadena

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Pasadena. 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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