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$42+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Pasadena, CA

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SAN — LAX
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Pasadena

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Round-trip from

$86
(Expedia)

One-way from

$42
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$184
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 September 15, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/16:15 amSAN - LAX
1 stop12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/27:50 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop11h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/276:15 amSAN - LAX
1 stop7h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/287:50 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop11h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/2812:33 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/17:50 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/266:25 amSAN - LAX
1 stop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/268:55 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop10h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/31:35 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/48:16 amLAX - SAN
1 stop15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/31:35 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/58:14 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/148:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
Wed 10/153:48 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/148:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
Tue 10/213:48 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/264:06 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Thu 10/3010:23 amLAX - SAN
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/57:30 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop20h 26mFrontier
Tue 10/213:48 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/410:16 amSAN - LAX
1 stop21h 29mFrontier
Sun 10/58:14 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop27h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/299:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/55:18 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$148

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Pasadena that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Pasadena

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 10/3

1:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

8:16 am-11:40 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$132

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 10/4

10:16 am-7:45 am

1 stop21h 29m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

8:14 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop27h 03m

$147

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 10/29

9:00 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

5:18 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$148

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Sat 10/25

8:00 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

8:40 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop26h 24m

$154

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 12/3

2:28 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 02m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

12:03 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop28h 09m

$166

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 10/1

6:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop4h 41m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/3

9:03 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops42h 07m

$171

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Thu 10/9

10:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

8:20 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Mon 10/13

8:39 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

9:17 am-10:27 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Fri 10/17

6:20 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

6:11 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$179

San DiegoLos Angeles

SAN - LAX

SANLAX

San Diego

Wed 12/3

11:02 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

9:17 am-10:21 am

Nonstop1h 04m

$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 September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Pasadena is 63 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 $325). 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 September 15, 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 Wednesday at noon 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.

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 September 15, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to P4S are scheduled on a Sunday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 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 September 15, 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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,015 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 45 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, 105 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 21h 29m. 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 Southern (100%), Korean Air (99%) and China Eastern (98%).

  • 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 $1,003, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (San Diego - Los Angeles), is priced around $86.

  • 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 $325). 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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