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$60+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Philadelphia (SAN - PHL)

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PHL
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The best prices from San Diego to Philadelphia are usually found in August or September, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Users have found that flying from San Diego to Philadelphia on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia at least 31 days early can save you up to 42% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 31 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Diego to Philadelphia for as little as $453 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $516 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Philadelphia. Flights to Philadelphia from San Diego in August are about $472 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $218.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to PHL?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Philadelphia in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap San Diego to Philadelphia flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Philadelphia specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Diego to Philadelphia in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
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Wed 8/77:32 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops26h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/107:41 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$233
This Spirit Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Spirit Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/248:22 amSAN - PHL
1 stop22h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/316:43 amPHL - SAN
1 stop13h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$234
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/168:22 amSAN - PHL
2 stops14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/194:32 pmPHL - SAN
3 stops27h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/97:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/129:08 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops20h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$237
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/53:05 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops35h 15mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/127:29 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops21h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$238
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/38:15 amSAN - PHL
2 stops19h 47mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/51:04 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops34h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$239
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/65:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/116:09 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$240
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/87:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/116:09 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$241
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/67:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/91:26 pmPHL - SAN
3 stops20h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$242

San Diego to Philadelphia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Philadelphia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Diego to Philadelphia in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/77:32 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops26h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/107:41 amPHL - SAN
1 stop26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$233
This Spirit Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Spirit Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/248:22 amSAN - PHL
1 stop22h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/316:43 amPHL - SAN
1 stop13h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$234
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/153:08 pmSAN - PHL
3 stops21h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/188:44 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$235
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/48:20 amSAN - PHL
2 stops18h 02mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/64:44 pmPHL - SAN
3 stops20h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$236
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/97:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/129:08 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops20h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$237
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/511:53 amSAN - PHL
3 stops31h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/127:29 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops28h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$238
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/38:15 amSAN - PHL
2 stops19h 47mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/51:04 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops34h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$239
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/65:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/116:09 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$240
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/87:32 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/116:09 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$241

San Diego to Philadelphia flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to Philadelphia for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from San Diego to Philadelphia departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/35:50 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Fri 8/168:38 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop19h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$184
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:20 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop28h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/166:46 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop15h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$188
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:20 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops15h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/166:46 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop15h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$190
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 8/18:48 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop12h 33mFrontier
Fri 8/168:38 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop14h 29mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$198
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:20 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops23h 38mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/167:17 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops15h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$199
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/35:50 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/167:17 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$202
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 7/309:10 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop29h 25mFrontier
Fri 8/28:20 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop23h 29mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$216
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/37:00 amSAN - PHL
2 stops21h 02mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/51:04 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops34h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 7/319:11 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/46:15 amPHL - SAN
1 stop18h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$259

One-way flights to Philadelphia from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Diego to Philadelphia. Users needing a return flight from San Diego to Philadelphia should utilize the search form above.
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/288:22 amSAN - PHL
2 stops14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/217:59 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$65
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2112:45 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$67
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2012:45 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops19h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$70
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/198:22 amSAN - PHL
1 stop22h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$72
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/248:22 amSAN - PHL
1 stop22h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$73
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:07 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$75
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/278:22 amSAN - PHL
2 stops14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$77
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 8/288:22 amSAN - PHL
1 stop22h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$79

Find flights from San Diego to Philadelphia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Philadelphia 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Wed 8/21

1 stop6h 44m

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1 stop13h 34m

$108

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San Diego

Wed 8/21

2 stops11h 03m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/28

1 stop13h 34m

$110

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San Diego

Wed 8/21

2 stops14h 37m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/28

3 stops28h 57m

$126

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SANPHL

San Diego

Wed 8/7

1 stop8h 30m

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Wed 8/14

2 stops19h 08m

$127

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Tue 8/20

2 stops14h 37m

Philadelphia

Tue 8/27

1 stop27h 45m

$129

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SANPHL

San Diego

Thu 9/12

1 stop18h 23m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/17

1 stop25h 36m

$164

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Sat 9/7

1 stop8h 57m

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1 stop12h 21m

$166

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Sat 8/24

1 stop14h 18m

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1 stop20h 29m

$169

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Wed 8/28

1 stop6h 44m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/31

1 stop13h 52m

$186

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2024.
Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

PHL

Temperature

33.8 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated July 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from San Diego to Philadelphia. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

JetBlue
7.6
Good
3,996 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    If you wish to fly to Philadelphia from San Diego, then you need to book flights from San Diego to Philadelphia. There are 3 flights from San Diego (SAN) to Philadelphia (PHL) per day to choose from. Flights to Philadelphia from San Diego are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 59m is how long a nonstop flight from San Diego to Philadelphia typically takes.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Philadelphia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Philadelphia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $108, but on average you can expect to pay $137.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to Philadelphia for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Diego to Philadelphia under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to Philadelphia is less than $554.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Philadelphia for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to Philadelphia within the next 7 days for less than $200.

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

    Within the past month, 24 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Philadelphia.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($108), and Frontier ($164) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Philadelphia. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Philadelphia are Qatar Airways (89%), American Airlines (85%) and Iberia (82%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $114. While the most popular route (San Diego - Philadelphia) can be booked for $134 on average our data indicates $1,140 when flying from San Diego to Philadelphia.

  • What does SAN to PHL mean?

    San Diego Airport is SAN and Philadelphia Airport is PHL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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

    San Diego to Philadelphia flights have a layover in Denver most often.

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

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $83 per day.

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

    Flights departing from San Diego and landing in Philadelphia layover in Las Vegas least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Philadelphia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Philadelphia flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Philadelphia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Philadelphia flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Philadelphia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Philadelphia offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Philadelphia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Philadelphia flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Philadelphia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    Consider American Airlines, JetBlue or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Diego to Philadelphia.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia (average of $228). Flying from San Diego to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Philadelphia. 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$153Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$245Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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