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Cheap flights from Dallas to San Diego (SAN)

DFW — SAN
Oct 22 — Oct 291
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Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$294
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026

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

The best time to book flights from Dallas to San Diego is 45 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to San Diego (average of $243). Flying from Dallas to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 DFW to SAN?

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas to San Diego in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

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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Chris Dong

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Paul Rubio

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Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andJetBlue from Dallas to San Diego. 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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Dallas to San Diego Travel Guide

Beautiful beaches, whale-watching cruises and a world-class zoo await you in colorful San Diego, a Southern California treasure that's just a short flight from Dallas. Hop on a plane to enjoy non-stop service between the two major travel hubs, with numerous airlines offering flexible flight options to help you plan your perfect San Diego getaway.

While the landlocked city of Dallas boasts modern metropolitan entertainment, San Diego draws from the area's natural beauty with cliff walks along the Pacific, historic hill neighborhoods, and nature parks with panoramic views. Tourists flock here for the San Diego Zoo, but the festivals and concerts at Balboa Park offer even more entertainment. Prepare for milder weather during your San Diego vacation, with winters that are slightly warmer and summers a little cooler than those in Dallas.

From water sports and marine life cruises to sunbathing on the sandy beaches, San Diego is a SoCal city with something for everyone. Give our smart search engine a try to find great deals on flights from Dallas to sunny San Diego.

Related info for your journey

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

    A flight from Dallas to San Diego generally lasts anywhere from two hours and 40 minutes to just over three hours. A connection in another city can add a few hours to your trip, with travel times often passing five and a half hours.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Dallas to San Diego?

    American Airlines, Spirit, and Alaska Airlines all offer non-stop flights from Dallas-Fort Worth International to San Diego. Southwest also offers direct flights to the Pacific city from Dallas Love Field.

  • How frequent are flights between Dallas and San Diego?

    More than a dozen flights take off from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport for San Diego daily, with flights generally departing every few hours. Around 3 flights a day depart from Dallas Love Field for the Southern California city.

  • Which airports serve Dallas to San Diego?

    Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is the largest airport serving the Dallas area and one of the biggest flight hubs in the U.S., offering diverse options for flights to San Diego. You can also take off from one of the smaller airports such as Dallas Love Field. The vast majority of flights to San Diego land in San Diego International Airport, which rests just north of the downtown area. The much smaller Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport and Brown Field Airport also service the area, but flight options are much more limited.

  • Which direct flight route between Dallas and San Diego is cheapest?

    Direct flights from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego International Airport generally offer the best travel prices, but you can occasionally find bargains on flights from Dallas Love Field.

  • Which hotels are near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport?

    Travelers with early morning flights can book hotels around the airport for their next morning flights. A couple of hotels are available near the airport where passengers can spend their nights. Hyatt Regency DFW near Terminal C, Westin Hotel Dallas, and Sheraton Hotel offer excellent accommodation deals. However, passengers should book an economy guest room at Marriott hotel to reduce carbon footprints. The hotel is vocal about sustainability and doesn't encourage guests to use plastic items. Again, the hotel has a policy seeing most of its products are recycled. Also, it sources its products locally.

  • What are the parking options at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport for passengers?

    Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has limited parking options because it seeks to reduce its carbon emissions. Therefore, it limits the number of vehicles accessing its premises. That's why the airport doesn't offer flexible parking options. When accessing the airport for a flight, use a tram. And if you must drive, use an electric or hybrid vehicle but expect to pay more as a parking fee.

  • Which airlines provide flights from Dallas to San Diego?

    Passengers traveling to San Diego from Dallas will likely depart from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and fly into San Diego International Airport (SAN). Numerous airlines offer direct flights between these two destinations. Southwest, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines operate direct flights. But Frontier Airlines provides the greenest flights. It recycles most of its fuel.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Dallas?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Dallas. On average, San Diego has 28 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 8 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dallas to San Diego round-trip from $56. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $152, and Delta, from $170. Frontier is priced at 80% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Dallas to San Diego for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dallas to San Diego consider choosing Frontier (66%), Volaris (66%) or GOL (62%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,769 for a flight from Dallas to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - San Diego) is currently priced at $183.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to San Diego (average of $243). Flying from Dallas to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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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Traveling to a place near San Diego?

Book flights to San Diego if you plan to visit one of these locations
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National City
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Alternative routes for Dallas to San Diego

Top 8 airlines flying from Dallas to San Diego

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$152Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$170Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$213Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$227Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

Helpful tips for your next trip to San Diego

  • Travelers moving from Dallas to San Diego have a couple of airports they can depart from. In addition to Dallas Love Field, passengers can use Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). However, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has a strict anti-plastic policy. It seeks to reduce its carbon emission. Passengers should use the airport to reduce their carbon footprints.
  • Passengers traveling to San Diego through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport should use a tram to access the airport. While one can hire a taxi or shuttle, using a tram is recommended for sustainability. Tram is available at the West end stage and will arrive at DFW airport station.
  • When traveling from Dallas to San Diego, passengers should not carry plastic items like plastic water bottles. Most airlines servicing the route seek to achieve trash-free flights. Therefore, they discourage plastic water bottles.

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