$43+ Cheap flights from California to San Diego (SAN)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAN
Dec 2 — Dec 91
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 November 2, 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 November 2, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/119:16 pm -
1 stop10h 46m
Tue 12/157:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/239:23 pm -
1 stop26h 34m
Tue 12/17:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/235:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Wed 12/27:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$87
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/44:29 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Sun 12/67:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/76:40 pm -
1 stop23h 36m
Mon 12/147:51 pm -
1 stop27h 13m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/268:44 am -
Nonstop1h 42m
Wed 12/27:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/17:41 pm -
1 stop15h 56m
Tue 12/87:51 pm -
1 stop27h 13m
Deal found 11/1![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/245:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Fri 11/278:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 11/1![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/54:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Mon 12/77:06 pm -
2 stops25h 02m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$91
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/27:00 am -
1 stop4h 37m
Wed 12/98:57 am -
1 stop9h 53m
Deal found 11/2![Frontier logo]()
$92
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 12/295:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Thu 12/311:14 pm -
Nonstop1h 57m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$93
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/215:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Mon 11/238:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$94
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 November 2, 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 November 2, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/92:18 pm -
Nonstop0h 59m
Tue 1/2612:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 06m
Deal found 11/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Fri 2/1212:50 pm -
Nonstop0h 50m
Mon 2/1511:10 am -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 11/1![Southwest logo]()
$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 12/26:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Sat 12/54:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 10/30![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Wed 12/97:00 am -
1 stop3h 27m
Fri 12/114:11 pm -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 10/31![Delta logo]()
$157
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 1/72:14 pm -
Nonstop0h 59m
Sat 1/910:28 pm -
Nonstop1h 11m
Deal found 10/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Thu 12/310:55 am -
Nonstop0h 50m
Sun 12/612:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 11/1![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/55:35 am -
1 stop3h 05m
Sun 12/612:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 10/28![Southwest logo]()
$127
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/512:51 pm -
1 stop5h 32m
Sat 12/1210:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 31m
Deal found 10/28![American Airlines logo]()
$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sun 12/67:13 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Fri 12/119:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 54m
Deal found 10/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 12/2510:55 am -
Nonstop0h 50m
Fri 12/251:40 pm -
1 stop3h 30m
Deal found 10/31![Southwest logo]()
$127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/197:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Fri 11/204:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 10/30![United Airlines logo]()
$156
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/35:07 pm -
1 stop6h 51m
Sat 12/56:15 am -
2 stops9h 52m
Deal found 11/1![Delta logo]()
$162
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/26:00 am -
Nonstop1h 42m
Sat 1/97:11 am -
Nonstop1h 41m
Deal found 11/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/155:35 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sat 1/169:30 am -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 10/30![Southwest logo]()
$127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/112:24 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Mon 12/142:30 pm -
1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 11/1![United Airlines logo]()
$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/96:45 am -
1 stop4h 40m
Fri 12/111:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 10/28![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/23:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Sat 12/54:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 28m
Deal found 10/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/195:55 am -
2 stops9h 23m
Tue 12/17:11 pm -
1 stop4h 52m
Deal found 10/28![Delta logo]()
$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sat 1/95:15 am -
1 stop3h 45m
Mon 1/117:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 10/31![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 1/223:49 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Tue 2/28:57 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 10/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$152
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/46:08 pm -
1 stop4h 48m
Sun 12/611:07 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 11/1![Delta logo]()
$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/255:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 12/21:15 pm -
2 stops7h 25m
Deal found 10/30![Southwest logo]()
$132
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/53:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 40m
Mon 12/72:55 pm -
2 stops6h 30m
Deal found 10/30![Southwest logo]()
$132
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/58:20 am -
1 stop5h 22m
Sat 12/122:30 pm -
1 stop3h 30m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/187:04 am -
Nonstop1h 38m
Sun 11/228:19 pm -
Nonstop1h 46m
Deal found 10/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$166
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Wed 12/27:00 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 12/210:55 am -
2 stops5h 25m
Deal found 10/31![Southwest logo]()
$132
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/186:02 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Wed 12/234:45 pm -
1 stop3h 24m
Deal found 11/1![United Airlines logo]()
$222
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/58:05 am -
1 stop5h 02m
Wed 12/98:09 am -
Nonstop1h 47m
Deal found 10/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$169
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/257:00 am -
2 stops7h 40m
Tue 3/26:15 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 11/1![Delta logo]()
$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:00 am -
Nonstop1h 14m
Sun 11/2210:29 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 10/28![American Airlines logo]()
$317
Last-minute flights from California to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to San Diego. Data last updated November 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to San Diego. Data last updated November 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/124:57 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Wed 12/27:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$91
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/154:57 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Sun 11/228:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$97
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1910:05 am -
Nonstop1h 38m
Fri 11/208:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/194:57 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Mon 11/235:29 pm -
1 stop7h 14m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$96
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/215:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Mon 11/238:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/239:23 pm -
1 stop26h 34m
Tue 12/17:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/235:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Wed 12/27:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$87
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Fri 11/278:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 11/1![Frontier logo]()
$95
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/245:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Fri 11/278:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 11/1![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/268:44 am -
Nonstop1h 42m
Wed 12/27:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/275:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Mon 11/308:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/309:11 pm -
1 stop14h 26m
Wed 12/27:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$92
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 November 2, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 2, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/86:40 pm -
1 stop23h 36m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/1![Frontier logo]()
$43
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 12/16:36 pm -
1 stop23h 34m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/31![Frontier logo]()
$44
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/157:41 pm -
1 stop12h 21m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
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Deal found 10/31![Frontier logo]()
$46
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$48
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
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Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$53
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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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Deal found 11/2![Frontier logo]()
$54
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 11/1![Frontier logo]()
$56
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/22:21 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$57
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/185:15 pm -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$58
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/263:41 pm -
1 stop8h 16m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$58
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$59
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
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Deal found 10/29![Southwest logo]()
$59
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 November 2, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $85 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $43 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $309 |
Good round-trip deal | $145 or less |
Good one-way deal | $105 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 November 2, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa RosaSan Diego
STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County - SAN San Diego
STSSAN
Santa Rosa Sonoma County
Fri 1/29
2:12 pm-3:59 pm
Nonstop1h 47m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
Santa RosaSan Diego
STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County - SAN San Diego
STSSAN
Santa Rosa Sonoma County
Fri 1/8
3:10 pm-4:50 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Wed 12/23
10:42 pm-12:19 am
Nonstop1h 37m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
Santa RosaSan Diego
STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County - SAN San Diego
STSSAN
Santa Rosa Sonoma County
Thu 12/17
4:10 pm-5:50 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA Santa Barbara - SAN San Diego
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Mon 12/14
2:15 pm-3:14 pm
Nonstop0h 59m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Fri 11/20
7:00 am-8:36 am
Nonstop1h 36m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA Santa Barbara - SAN San Diego
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Thu 11/19
10:55 am-11:45 am
Nonstop0h 50m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
FresnoSan Diego
FAT Fresno Airterminal - SAN San Diego
FATSAN
Fresno Airterminal
Tue 11/24
3:22 pm-4:37 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoSan Diego
SFO San Francisco - SAN San Diego
SFOSAN
San Francisco
Mon 12/21
8:52 pm-10:29 pm
Nonstop1h 37m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA Santa Barbara - SAN San Diego
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Wed 11/18
10:55 am-11:45 am
Nonstop0h 50m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
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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 $207). 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 November 2, 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 in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 7% 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 November 2, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to SAN are scheduled on a Sunday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 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 $240 and $787 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $89 on Frontier (Dec 7-Dec 14).
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to San Diego?
Booking 67 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 October 24, 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 mornings 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 November 2, 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
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$41 | Average$235 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$46 | Average$191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$53 | Average$230 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$78 | Average$255 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$78 | Average$203 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$109 | Average$257 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$116 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$207 | Average$373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |