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$55+ Cheap flights from Baltimore to San Diego (BWI - SAN)

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BWI — SAN
May 4 — May 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Baltimore/Washington to San Diego are usually found in August or July, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) to San Diego (SAN). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$58
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$493
Provider with most accurate pricing for Baltimore/Washington-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Baltimore/Washington-San Diego flights.
From Baltimore/Washington to San Diego
One-way flight from Baltimore/Washington to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Baltimore to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:12 pmBWI - SAN
1 stop9h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/95:43 pmSAN - BWI
2 stops15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$254
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/147:17 amBWI - SAN
1 stop15h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/218:48 pmSAN - BWI
1 stop6h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$256
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:12 pmBWI - SAN
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Tue 5/68:00 amSAN - BWI
2 stops22h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/298:35 pmBWI - SAN
Nonstop5h 40mSouthwest
Mon 6/29:20 pmSAN - BWI
Nonstop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/314:45 pmBWI - SAN
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Mon 8/1810:40 pmSAN - BWI
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/29$347
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:25 pmBWI - SAN
1 stop7h 54mSun Country Air
Thu 8/146:23 pmSAN - BWI
1 stop14h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:15 amBWI - SAN
2 stops9h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/128:44 pmSAN - BWI
1 stop8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$382

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baltimore to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Baltimore

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/5

6:12 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Fri 5/9

5:43 pm-11:46 am

2 stops15h 03m

$254

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/14

7:17 am-7:53 pm

1 stop15h 36m

San Diego

Wed 5/21

8:48 pm-6:10 am

1 stop6h 22m

$256

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/2

6:12 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 02m

San Diego

Tue 5/6

8:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops22h 10m

$284

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/29

8:35 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

San Diego

Mon 6/2

9:20 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$327

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/19

6:25 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Diego

Fri 7/11

10:30 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 14m

$347

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 7/4

6:15 am-12:52 pm

2 stops9h 37m

San Diego

Sat 7/12

8:44 pm-8:07 am

1 stop8h 23m

$382

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/2

7:17 am-7:53 pm

1 stop15h 36m

$55

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/28

4:28 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$89

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/5

12:25 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$150

BaltimoreSan Diego

BWI - SAN

BWISAN

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/13

9:05 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$164

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baltimore to San Diego in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Baltimore-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baltimore-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Baltimore-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Baltimore to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Baltimore to San Diego trip
Airports
BWI

For long-term parking, BWI offers budget-friendly lots with shuttle service. Allow extra time for shuttle transit to the terminal.

Read more about BWIby Emily Zemler
SAN

For a wallet-friendly option, take the free San Diego Flyer shuttle between SAN and Old Town Transit Center.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Best time to book a flight from Baltimore to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Baltimore with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Baltimore to San Diego

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

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

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Baltimore to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Baltimore to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 BWI to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Baltimore to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 61% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Baltimore to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Baltimore to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Baltimore to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Baltimore to San Diego?

    Booking a flight from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) to San Diego (SAN) is your only option if you wish to fly from Baltimore to San Diego. On a typical day, there are 2 flights from Baltimore/Washington to San Diego, all of which are around 5h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from Baltimore/Washington to San Diego.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Baltimore to San Diego is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $256 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $284 and $327 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Baltimore to San Diego for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $58. Frontier flights start at $89 while deals on Sun Country Air start at $150 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (Baltimore/Washington - San Diego) can be booked for $122 on average our data indicates $349 when flying from Baltimore to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Baltimore to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 7 airlines flying from Baltimore to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore to San Diego. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$104Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$211Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$269Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$327Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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