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$225+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Quito (UIO)

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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — UIO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Quito Mariscal Sucr are usually found in September or July, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Quito

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Quito (UIO). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$572
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$225
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$500
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Quito
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Quito. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:12 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop13h 15mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/193:10 amUIO - SAN
1 stop16h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$572
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:30 pmSAN - UIO
2 stops17h 35mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/139:11 amUIO - SAN
2 stops17h 32mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$579
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:35 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop21h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/1212:55 amUIO - SAN
1 stop13h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$588
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:47 pmSAN - UIO
2 stops26h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/41:35 amUIO - SAN
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$599
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/45:55 pmSAN - UIO
3 stops51h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/121:35 amUIO - SAN
2 stops25h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$602
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 11/410:35 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop21h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1512:55 amUIO - SAN
1 stop13h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$607
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:30 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop30h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/58:27 amUIO - SAN
1 stop17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$609
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/810:45 pmSAN - UIO
1 stop20h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/68:20 amUIO - SAN
1 stop17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/87:28 pmSAN - UIO
2 stops25h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/68:00 amUIO - SAN
2 stops15h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$619

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Quito 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Quito that are best for you.

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Quito

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Fri 10/17

9:12 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 10/19

3:10 am-5:57 pm

1 stop16h 47m

$572

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Tue 11/4

10:35 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop21h 29m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 11/13

8:27 am-11:07 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$588

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Thu 10/30

6:47 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops26h 43m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 11/4

1:35 am-10:49 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$599

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Thu 10/30

7:36 pm-8:52 pm

2 stops23h 16m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 11/4

12:55 am-11:27 am

1 stop13h 32m

$599

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Tue 11/4

5:55 pm-12:30 am

3 stops51h 35m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 11/12

1:35 am-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$602

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Tue 11/4

10:35 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop21h 29m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sat 11/15

12:55 am-11:27 am

1 stop13h 32m

$607

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Fri 10/17

9:03 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops48h 27m

$225

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Thu 10/16

10:52 am-5:05 pm

3 stops28h 13m

$228

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Fri 10/3

6:15 am-2:45 am

3 stops18h 30m

$297

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

Sat 10/4

10:30 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops18h 42m

$307

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Quito

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Quito. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Quito is 77 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 Quito?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Quito (average of $463). Flying from San Diego to Quito in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 UIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Quito. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Quito in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Quito?

Reviews of airlines servicing Quito

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Quito. 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 Quito. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from San Diego to Quito by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Quito. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Copa Airlines and American Airlines can get you from San Diego to Quito in just under 13h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 14m. The distance from San Diego to Quito is about 3394 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Quito, with prices starting at $334. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $499 and $555, respectively. Copa Airlines is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Quito (average of $463). Flying from San Diego to Quito in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Quito

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Quito. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$334Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$499Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$555Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$601Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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