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$79+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to San Diego (SAN)

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DFW — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$164
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/53:03 pmDFW - SAN
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/87:31 pmSAN - DFW
2 stops31h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$164
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Wed 7/99:45 pmDFW - SAN
Nonstop3h 09mFrontier
Wed 7/168:00 amSAN - DFW
Nonstop3h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/308:35 amDFW - SAN
1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/128:00 amSAN - DFW
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/192:40 pmDFW - SAN
Nonstop2h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/227:15 amSAN - DFW
Nonstop3h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$204
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Mon 7/215:45 pmDFW - SAN
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Sat 7/265:05 pmSAN - DFW
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/10$268

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Dallas/Fort Worth

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 7/5

3:03 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop10h 26m

San Diego

Tue 7/8

7:31 pm-5:02 am

2 stops31h 31m

$164

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 7/9

9:45 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

San Diego

Wed 7/16

8:00 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$166

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/30

8:35 am-6:26 pm

1 stop11h 51m

San Diego

Sat 7/12

8:00 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$167

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 8/19

2:40 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Diego

Fri 8/22

7:15 am-12:27 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$204

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 7/21

5:45 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop7h 36m

San Diego

Sat 7/26

5:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$268

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/8

6:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

$79

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 7/22

9:45 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$89

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 9/10

7:12 am-8:24 am

Nonstop3h 12m

$90

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 8/30

5:25 am-12:28 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$119

DallasSan Diego

DFW - SAN

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 8/15

4:46 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 19m

$123

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The best insider tips for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego trip
Airports
DFW

For a quick departure, use the DART Orange Line to reach DFW's Terminal A directly from downtown Dallas.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
SAN

Take the free San Diego Flyer shuttle from SAN to the Old Town Transit Center for easy city access.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

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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Best time to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DFW to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DFW to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

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

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dallas to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from Dallas/Fort Worth; the airport handles an average of 48 inbound flights from Dallas/Fort Worth per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the San Diego airport from Dallas/Fort Worth. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $164 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and American Airlines, starting at $166 and $204 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego consider choosing Qantas Airways (71%), Finnair (68%) or Frontier (64%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego?

    The cheapest flight price from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego is $67. On average you can expect to pay $574. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - San Diego), can usually be booked for $84.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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/Fort Worth to San Diego.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$68Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$160Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$322Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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