$40+ Cheap flights from California to San Diego (SAN)
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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAN
Oct 1 — Oct 81
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 1, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 1, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/126:27 pm -
Nonstop1h 22m
Mon 10/198:34 pm -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/216:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Thu 9/249:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Fri 10/29:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 12/79:46 am -
Nonstop1h 15m
Wed 12/96:22 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$68
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Fri 9/259:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$69
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Tue 9/295:54 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$70
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Wed 10/75:54 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:01 am -
Nonstop1h 21m
Sat 10/105:44 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$73
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/16:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Thu 10/88:34 pm -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Mon 9/289:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Mon 10/59:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Sun 9/279:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$77
Best flights from California to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 1, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 1, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/191:10 pm -
1 stop4h 05m
Sat 9/262:50 pm -
1 stop3h 35m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/58:20 am -
Nonstop1h 37m
Mon 11/98:12 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 8/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Mon 9/216:25 am -
1 stop3h 45m
Sat 9/263:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/31![Delta logo]()
$127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/56:20 am -
1 stop3h 52m
Sun 11/84:45 pm -
1 stop3h 51m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/225:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sat 10/246:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/263:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Fri 10/301:21 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/246:10 am -
Nonstop1h 15m
Mon 9/288:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 9/191:22 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Sat 9/263:00 pm -
1 stop5h 49m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/75:22 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Thu 10/83:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:40 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 10/412:35 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 9/269:53 am -
1 stop5h 08m
Sat 10/36:15 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:10 am -
1 stop5h 05m
Mon 9/286:40 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 9/246:00 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Sat 9/266:15 am -
1 stop4h 38m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$157
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Tue 10/201:02 pm -
1 stop6h 12m
Wed 10/216:15 am -
1 stop5h 52m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:22 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Sun 10/258:54 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:01 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Tue 9/224:14 pm -
1 stop6h 07m
Deal found 8/27![American Airlines logo]()
$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/305:05 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Mon 11/26:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 12/256:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 1/56:30 am -
2 stops6h 58m
Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/73:50 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Sat 10/103:15 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:09 pm -
Nonstop1h 19m
Thu 11/2610:30 am -
Nonstop1h 23m
Deal found 8/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2312:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 9/3010:00 am -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/34:59 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Mon 10/57:11 pm -
1 stop4h 47m
Deal found 8/30![Delta logo]()
$156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/258:06 am -
1 stop3h 29m
Sun 9/275:00 pm -
1 stop2h 59m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$174
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:16 am -
Nonstop1h 49m
Mon 9/287:57 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Deal found 8/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/238:00 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 10/265:00 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Mon 9/215:13 pm -
1 stop6h 39m
Wed 9/239:46 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/134:21 pm -
1 stop3h 47m
Tue 10/202:24 pm -
1 stop3h 18m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/231:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sat 9/263:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/310:40 am -
Nonstop1h 43m
Mon 12/78:00 am -
Nonstop1h 49m
Deal found 8/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:53 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Mon 9/281:24 pm -
1 stop6h 29m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$177
Last-minute flights from California to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to San Diego. Data last updated September 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to San Diego. Data last updated September 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Sun 9/209:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/193:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Mon 9/219:09 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/216:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Thu 9/249:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Fri 9/259:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$69
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Tue 9/295:54 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$70
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Mon 9/289:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Sat 9/261:38 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$82
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Fri 10/29:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Sun 9/279:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Wed 10/75:54 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Mon 10/59:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Wed 9/3010:15 am -
1 stop8h 04m
Thu 10/19:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$81
One-way flights from California to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from California to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 1, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 1, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/298:44 am -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$40
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 10/78:44 am -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$41
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Wed 9/238:44 am -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$42
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/68:44 am -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$43
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
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1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$44
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Wed 9/308:44 am -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$45
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 10/311:30 am -
1 stop5h 29m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$48
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/811:22 am -
Nonstop1h 54m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$48
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/148:28 am -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 8/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$49
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:05 am -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$49
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:01 am -
Nonstop1h 24m
Deal found 8/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$49
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/197:03 pm -
1 stop18h 13m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$49
Find flight deals from California to San Diego
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated September 1, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $64 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $40 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $244 |
Good round-trip deal | $142 or less |
Good one-way deal | $84 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Diego 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 1, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Las VegasSan Diego
LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - SAN San Diego
LASSAN
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 9/19
1:10 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop4h 05m
San Diego
Sat 9/26
2:50 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop3h 35m
$117
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Thu 11/5
8:20 am-9:57 am
Nonstop1h 37m
San Diego
Mon 11/9
8:12 pm-9:57 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
$117
Quickest round-trip
FresnoSan Diego
FAT Fresno Airterminal - SAN San Diego
FATSAN
Fresno Airterminal
Thu 10/22
5:20 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
San Diego
Sat 10/24
6:00 pm-7:15 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
$117
FresnoSan Diego
FAT Fresno Airterminal - SAN San Diego
FATSAN
Fresno Airterminal
Thu 9/24
6:10 am-7:25 am
Nonstop1h 15m
San Diego
Mon 9/28
8:45 pm-10:10 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$117
San JoseSan Diego
SJC San Jose - SAN San Diego
SJCSAN
San Jose
Thu 10/1
6:40 am-8:15 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Diego
Sun 10/4
12:35 pm-5:25 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$117
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Sat 9/26
6:10 am-11:15 am
1 stop5h 05m
San Diego
Mon 9/28
6:40 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$117
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
5:05 am-10:55 am
1 stop5h 50m
San Diego
Mon 11/2
6:35 pm-8:15 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$117
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Wed 10/7
3:50 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop6h 20m
San Diego
Sat 10/10
3:15 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop6h 20m
$117
SacramentoSan Diego
SMF Sacramento Intl - SAN San Diego
SMFSAN
Sacramento Intl
Wed 9/23
12:55 pm-2:25 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
San Diego
Wed 9/30
10:00 am-11:40 am
Nonstop1h 40m
$117
SacramentoSan Diego
SMF Sacramento Intl - SAN San Diego
SMFSAN
Sacramento Intl
Fri 10/23
8:00 am-9:45 am
Nonstop1h 45m
San Diego
Mon 10/26
5:00 pm-9:50 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$117
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Best time to book a flight from California to San Diego
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USCA-SAN
LAS-SAN
SFO-SAN
SMF-SAN
FAT-SAN
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to San Diego?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Diego (average of $201). Flying from California to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 CA to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from California 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 September 1, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.
Weekly flight availability from California to San Diego
Explore weekly flight availability from California to San Diego. 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 1, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to SAN are scheduled on a Sunday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to San Diego?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to San Diego flights typically cost between $205 and $309 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $79 on Frontier (Oct 6-Nov 3).
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to San Diego?
Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California 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 day to fly from California to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 September 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines from California to San Diego have to say. 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$38 | Average$159 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$53 | Average$224 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$229 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$78 | Average$201 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$83 | Average$253 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$211 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$98 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$207 | Average$368 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |