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$46+ 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$46
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$199
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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 October 30, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/136:34 amSAN - LAX
1 stop12h 04mFrontier
Sat 12/208:58 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop22h 17mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/103:59 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/139:04 amLAX - SAN
1 stop27h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 12/231:06 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Wed 12/315:09 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:36 amSAN - LAX
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Thu 11/272:58 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop17h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/121:33 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/229:15 amLAX - SAN
1 stop4h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/128:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/146:10 amLAX - SAN
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:47 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop4h 18mFrontier
Sun 12/1410:24 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/253:49 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop21h 04mFrontier
Tue 12/21:57 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/158:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Sat 12/64:12 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop3h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/287:12 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/58:57 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 - LAX
1 stop6h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/195:59 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$142

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Pasadena 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Pasadena that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Pasadena

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Mon 12/22

7:21 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

5:09 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$123

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Mon 11/24

6:36 am-12:09 am

1 stop17h 33m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/27

2:58 pm-8:01 am

1 stop17h 03m

$124

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 12/12

1:33 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/22

9:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$128

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 12/30

9:14 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop16h 08m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

9:20 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop15h 18m

$133

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 11/28

7:12 pm-6:54 am

1 stop11h 42m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

8:57 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$139

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 12/5

4:47 pm-12:29 am

1 stop7h 42m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

4:12 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$144

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 12/11

3:47 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/14

10:24 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$158

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 12/23

1:06 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/24

3:30 pm-9:57 am

2 stops18h 27m

$162

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sun 12/28

9:14 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

6:20 am-7:24 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$177

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Tue 12/30

4:15 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

9:55 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop0h 52m

$179

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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 October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Pasadena is 29 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 $102). Flying from San Diego to Pasadena in June is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Pasadena is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

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 Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 20 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, 131 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Pasadena.

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

    Departing from San Diego to Pasadena will take you 16h 55m. The distance between San Diego and Pasadena is about 109 mi.

  • 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 China Eastern (98%), Copa Airlines (94%) and Air New Zealand (94%).

  • 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 $1,267, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (San Diego - Los Angeles), is priced around $133.

  • 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 $102). Flying from San Diego to Pasadena in June is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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